We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Opto-Mechanical Assembly Technician to join our engineering and manufacturing team in Broomfield, CO . In this role, you will be responsible for assembling and testing opto-mechanical systems and components, ensuring that products meet both technical specifications and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical assembly, optical systems integration, and an understanding of precision tools and equipment.
All applicants for placement in safety-sensitive positions will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug test.
Key Responsibilities :
- Assemble opto-mechanical devices, including optical components, mechanical housing, and associated hardware and cabling.
- Quality Control : Inspect incoming components, including custom machined parts, for defects and ensure compliance with design specifications and quality standards.
- Maintain accurate assembly records, including inspection and test reports and assembly logs. Provide feedback on design or process improvements.
- Identify gaps in documentation and work with product engineers to create needed documentation
- Perform prototype assembly in collaboration with engineers and assist in developing instructions and processes for production.
- Work closely with engineering teams to resolve assembly-related issues and provide insights into product design or process optimization.
- Identify and source COTS parts needed for assemblies and place purchase requests
- Monitor and maintain tools & supplies at lab workstations
- Pack completed optical assemblies for shipping
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
- Follow all safety protocols, equipment guidelines, and environmental regulations in the execution of daily tasks.
YOU MUST HAVE :
High School Diploma / GEDMinimum 5+ years of experience in a high precision optical / opto-mechanical manufacturing / production environmentMinimum 3+ years of experience with methods of handling and cleaning optical elementsMinimum 3+ experience with bonding optical elementsDue to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person. defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee statusDue to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.WE VALUE :
Associates or Bachelor's degree in Physics, Optical Engineering, or closely related field2+ years of experience with precision optical alignment2+ years of experience handling optical fibersCertification in optical systems assembly or mechanical assemblyExperience in using precision hand tools, measurement devices such as calipers and micrometers;Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and follow procedures.Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and correct defects or inconsistencies.Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, to collaborate with engineering and other team members.Fluency in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)Basic electronic test equipment knowledge; skills in soldering may be useful but not required.Experience with optical alignment tools and specialized tools as needed for assemblyUnderstanding of optical alignment techniques.Mechanical CAD experience (e.g., Solidworks, Onshape)Knowledge of quality improvement tools and techniques, e.g. Six Sigma, 5S65,000 - $82,000 a year
Compensation & Benefits :
Non-Incentive Eligible
Estimated Salary Wage : $65,000 - $82,000 Annually