Laser Optical Electrical Technician

** Be visionary*
* Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.​

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

** Job Description*
* ** About Teledyne FLIR Defense*
* Join Teledyne FLIR Defense, where we're dedicated to supporting critical missions with an exciting range of cutting-edge technologies. Our products include advanced surveillance sensors, unmanned air and ground vehicles, sensing devices used to detect chemicals, biological agents, radiation and explosives, and a host of other solutions that help warfighters, first responders, and search-and-rescue teams do their jobs better.

We're looking for passionate innovators eager to shape the future of the Defense and Public Safety industries. If you're mission-driven to globally collaborate on solutions that can change the battlefield and save lives, we invite you to explore our current opportunities.

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At Teledyne FLIR, we build laser systems that power cutting-edge defense and industrial technologies. As a Laser Electro-Optical Technician, you'll work hands-on with precision optics, UAV subassemblies, and advanced laser modules. You'll be part of a collaborative team in our laser labs-sometimes in a cleanroom environment-where your attention to detail and technical skill will directly impact mission-critical products. If you're passionate about laser systems and want to grow in a high-tech manufacturing role, we'd love to meet you.

** What you'll do*
* + Assemble and integrate laser and UAV subassemblies into complete systems

+ Align and test laser modules following detailed work instructions

+ Inspect optical components under a microscope before and after assembly

+ Operate lab equipment including oscilloscopes, energy meters, and beam imaging systems

+ Record test data and maintain accurate documentation

+ Support engineering with experiments and troubleshooting

+ Follow cleanroom protocols and maintain a safe work environment

+ Collaborate with teammates to meet production goals

+ Assist with tasks across laser manufacturing and quality control

** What you need*
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** Experience with optical beamlines, laser optics cleaning, and bonding techniques

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** Proficiency with lab tools (diode lasers, multimeters, oscilloscopes, microscopes)

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** Strong attention to detail and ability to follow technical instructions

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** High mechanical aptitude and computer proficiency (Microsoft Office)

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** Advantage:
** 3-5 years in laser module manufacturing, especially solid-state diode-pumped lasers

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** 2-4 years in UAV/drone manufacturing

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** Experience in electronics, aerospace, or high-tech industries

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** BS or AS in a technical field (science, engineering, or laser electro-optical technology)

** What we offer*
* + Work with advanced laser and UAV technologies

+ Hands-on training and mentorship from experienced technicians

+ Opportunities to support engineering and contribute to product innovation

+ Competitive compensation and benefits

+ A collaborative, quality-focused work environment

+ Career growth in a specialized technical field

Applicants must be either a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, legal permanent resident, asylee, refugee or must be eligible to apply for and obtain the appropriate export control license from the U.S. Departments of State or Commerce.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. ​

You may not realize it, but Teledyne enables many of the products and services you use every day **.*
* Teledyne provides enabling technologies to sense, transmit and analyze information for industrial growth markets, including aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, energy, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.