Opto-Mechanical Technician

Position: Opto-Mechanical Technician

Experience: A minimum of 3 years professional experience working with fiber optics

Minimum Education: H.S. Diploma or GED required;
Associate degree or Technical Certification is a plus.

Compensation Range: $30.00 - $45.00/hour depending upon education, skills, and experience.

Are you ready to help build the next generation of National Defense High Energy Laser (HEL) technologies? HEL Weapon systems are not going to get into the hands of the warfighter without a lot of hard work, assembly, integration and alignment, and most importantly: paying attention to the details and pride in the quality of your work. One of the best parts about working in this area is the multi-disciplinary nature.

If you enjoy complex and challenging problems in multiple disciplines, then nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems is the right place for you. Headquartered in Longmont, CO, we are developing rugged and compact HEL weapon system solutions that can operate and survive in challenging environments. We look forward to seeing your application.

All applicants must possess or be qualified to obtain a U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance. Preference will be given to candidates with an existing U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance. Further information on requirements to obtain a security clearance is available at: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Please review this information before applying.

Opto-Mechanical Technicians provide assembly, integration, alignment and test in support of the development of cutting-edge laser and electro-optical systems.

• Effectively manage schedule and priorities with minimal daily direction to meet mid to long-term schedule objectives.
• Receive and inspect components.
• Installation, alignment, and integration of optics, electro-optics, & mechanics (combination of COTS & custom mechanics & optics).
• Thermal management systems assembly and test.
• Additional duties related to facility support (clean rooms, chillers, occasional travel to support testing at customer sites).

• Commitment to Excellence. Attention to Detail. Pride in Workmanship.
• Ability to work in a dynamic and at times stressful environment and maintain composure and good working relationships under stress. Requirements change frequently and rapid-turn solutions must be developed frequently.
• Competence in maintaining cleanliness standards and operation in a clean room environment.
• Experience in Opto-Mechanical Assembly, including receiving and inspecting components, dry-assembly, bonding.
• Comfortable working with a range of software tools to perform system alignment and integration.
• Positive attitude, strong troubleshooting skills and willingness to develop creative solutions to time-sensitive problems.
• Familiarity with safe operation of laser systems; operate with a safety-first mindset.

• Expertise and competence in working with high power laser systems.
• Experience with optical fiber splicing, polishing, repair/service, and fiber management.
• Electrical cables and components assembly and test.

• 4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
• 11 paid Holidays
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Health (ACA Gold Plan), Vision and Dental Care paid by employer 100% for Employee and 75% for Dependents
• Paid Family Leave, Short and Long Term Disability paid by employer 100%
• Competitive 401k with company match and immediate vesting

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