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Optical Operations Technician

Denver, CO💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-21 → 2026-09-26

Core

Assemble vacuum assemblies, operate pumps and pressure vessels, and apply optical assembly and alignment skills to support inertial fusion energy systems.

Role type

Optical Operations Technician

Builds

Fusion energy laser systems

Domain

Inertial Fusion Energy / High-power laser manufacturing

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

opto-mechanical assembly, laser alignment, vacuum system operation, cleanroom protocols, safety standards adherence, lean manufacturing, 5S activities

Preferred skills

high average power laser experience, high intensity laser experience, understanding of laser systems scientific foundations

Technologies

vacuum assemblies, pumps, pressure vessels, laser systems

Responsibilities

Assemble vacuum assemblies, operate pumps and pressure vessels, ensure SOPs are followed, adhere to cleanroom protocols, assist with lean manufacturing and 5S, participate in laser safety audits, communicate issues in stand-up meetings

Seniority

Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC

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