Senior Fabrication Technician

Description

G&H is a world leader in photonics technology, delivering advanced optical systems, components, and solutions that support mission‑critical applications across aerospace, defense, life sciences, industrial manufacturing, medical technology, and research markets. Our Rochester, NY facility specializes in the design and manufacture of precision optical components and coatings that enable customers to push the boundaries of innovation.

Through a commitment to technical excellence, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction, G&H provides employees with the opportunity to work on cutting‑edge technologies while collaborating with highly skilled engineering and manufacturing professionals in a dynamic, growth‑oriented environment.

We are seeking a Senior Fabrication Technician to join our team in Tampa, FL. In this role, you will be responsible for the precision fabrication of optical glass components, including prisms and other precision optical elements. This role performs skilled fabrication operations using specialized equipment, tooling, and measurement techniques to meet demanding dimensional and optical requirements. The Senior Fabrication Technician also provides technical support in troubleshooting and process improvement and shares fabrication knowledge and best practices with less experienced team members.

• Fabricate precision optical glass components, including prisms and other optical elements, in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications, travelers, and work instructions.
• Set up and operate fabrication equipment used to cut, shape, grind, lap, and otherwise process optical glass while maintaining required tolerances.
• Select and properly use tooling, fixtures, abrasives, and fabrication techniques appropriate to component and process requirements.

• Perform required in‑process checks and measurements to confirm work remains within established specifications and process requirements.
• Identify fabrication issues or process deviations and elevate concerns through the appropriate Manufacturing, Engineering, or Quality channels.
• Accurately complete production records, travelers, and other required manufacturing documentation to maintain traceability.

• Troubleshoot fabrication and equipment issues and collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and other functions as needed to resolve manufacturing challenges.
• Support prototype, development, and production activities, including the introduction and refinement of fabrication processes for new and existing products.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts focused on fabrication efficiency, yield, safety, repeatability, and process consistency.

• Provide technical guidance and hands‑on support to less experienced fabrication technicians, sharing fabrication techniques and best practices.
• Support training and cross‑training activities to strengthen fabrication capability and flexibility across the team.
• Maintain equipment, tooling, and work areas in accordance with established safety, maintenance, and housekeeping requirements.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or vocational training in optics, machining, precision manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in precision fabrication, optical manufacturing, machining, or a similar manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, tolerances, and manufacturing documentation.
• Experience setting up and…