Opto-Mechanical Assembly Technician

Location: Bozeman, MT

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 3 months
• Pay Rate: $27.00 $ 30.00 / Hour (USD)
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. [Export-control compliance required. See recruiter for eligibility details.]

At the Bozeman facility, precision laser systems that support defense, aerospace, and high-tech industries are built. As an Opto-Mechanical Assembly Technician, you'll work hands-on with advanced optical components, helping to assemble and align laser subassemblies that power mission-critical technologies. If you're detail-oriented, enjoy working with your hands, and thrive in a collaborative environment, this is a great opportunity to grow your skills in a cutting-edge field.

• Assemble and align complex laser sub-assemblies following detailed instructions
• Work with precision optics, microscopes, and electronic test equipment
• Operate lasers and calibration tools to support active alignment
• Clean optics to laser-grade finish using chemicals and adhesives
• Create and update production documents and work instructions
• Support new product builds and process development
• Assist teammates with techniques and troubleshooting
• Occasionally work in a Class 1000 Cleanroom environment
• Contribute to a high-quality, safety-focused production culture

• Excellent attention to detail and manual dexterity
• Ability to follow instructions and work safely with lasers and high-voltage equipment

• 2 3 years of experience in manufacturing or laser module assembly
• Experience in electronics, aerospace, or high-tech industries
• Prior work with solid-state diode-pumped lasers
• Strong computer skills (MS Office, network navigation)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• High school diploma or GED (required)

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

This client is a leading provider of advanced thermal imaging, sensing, and threat detection technologies, serving defense, public safety, and industrial markets across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. With more than 4,000 employees and nearly five decades of innovation in infrared and sensing systems, this organization operates as a subsidiary of a major advanced technology corporation, combining a focused innovation culture with global engineering resources.

Teams here include infrared optical engineers, embedded software developers, systems integration specialists, defense technology professionals, and product managers working on products that define the state of the art across sectors that matter.

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-08744 Industry: Engineering

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