Optical Fabrication Technician
Core
Fabricate precision optical components for lasers and advanced optical systems used in spacecraft and scientific missions.
Role type
Optical Fabrication Technician
Builds
Precision optical components for NASA flight hardware and scientific missions
Domain
Aerospace / Optical Engineering
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Optical fabrication (grinding, lapping, polishing, edging, beveling), CNC programming and operation, Precision optical metrology, Engineering drawing interpretation, Equipment calibration, Quality standards compliance (ISO)
Preferred skills
Laser optics experience, Aerospace optics experience, NASA flight hardware development process knowledge
Technologies
CNC optical fabrication equipment
Responsibilities
Perform optical fabrication processes including grinding, lapping, polishing, edging, beveling, and finishing; Set up, operate, and troubleshoot CNC optical fabrication equipment; Develop or modify CNC programs and optimize fabrication processes; Interpret optical drawings, prescriptions, and fabrication specifications; Perform precision measurements and inspection of optical components; Maintain fabrication equipment, process documentation, and quality records
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC