Senior Laser Engineering Technician

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Location:

San Diego, CA, US, 92127

Job

Business Unit: DRS Daylight Solutions

Location:

San Diego, CA 92127
Career

Functional Area:

Engineering Support
Telework Type: N/A
Relocation Available: N/A
Type:
Full Time - Permanent

Schedule:

9/80
Shift: 1st Shift

DRS Daylight Solutions business provides industry-changing mid-infrared laser light technology for government and commercial markets, including: defense and security; life sciences; and industrial process control. As a mid-IR technology pioneer, Daylight Solutions has delivered more mid-IR systems to more applications world-wide than any other company.

The Laser Technician at DRS Daylight Solutions will be responsible for material preparation, electro-optical mechanical assembly, laser alignment, test, and calibration, along with data collection and analysis in a engineering environment. The candidate will also perform rework on assemblies and/or systems in response to failures and nonconformance. This position requires a self-motivated, ambitious technician with the ability to work in a busy and rapidly changing environment.

• Provide technical support to engineers and scientists on complex components, devices, material, products, processes and/or equipment
• Responsible for testing, modifying, reworking, and repairing electronic, optical, and mechanical assemblies
• Work from complex engineering specifications and sketches
• Build and test prototype assemblies and production units
• Use judgment to bring unit within quality control specifications
• Test, inspect, and repair electronic, optical, or mechanical assemblies
• Work under minimal supervision and may provide guidance to other technicians
• Capable of performing and implementing manufacturing processes
• Interpret and follow written documents such as SOPs and safety rules
• Ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory requirements applicable to the company in accordance with State and Federal regulations and any applicable certification required to maintain the certification
• Assist in training new team members and production staff
• Interface with other departments to assure efficient flow of information and materials
• Perform Key Performance Indicators
• Quality of finished product (Pass/fail rates)
• Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values, and culture of the organization Perform alignment, testing, and troubleshooting of semiconductor lasers and laser optical systems
• Must use optical, mechanical, and electrical tools and test equipment for measurement, alignment, and testing
• Ability to coordinate several activities at the same time, and to reprioritize in response to changing operational conditions

• Experience with various computer applications, including Visio, Excel, and MS Teams
• Experience with Solid Works
• Good mechanical skills

• Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education and 5 years' experience in a related area of expertise
• Competent technical expertise

The salary range for this position is $33.19/hour - $47.47/hour. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to:
Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual…