Optical Technician

Company Overview

Qioptiq Ltd. (an Excelitas company) designs and manufactures market leading optronic solutions for defence & aerospace applications, including head‑up displays for commercial airliners, helmet‑mounted displays for 4th and 5th generation fast‑jet platforms, night vision for the dismounted soldier, and advanced electro‑optics for airborne, maritime and vehicle platforms. Qioptiq has a world‑renowned reputation for the highest standards of business integrity, customer service, product quality and cutting‑edge innovation.

Mechanical Design Engineer – North Wales site. The successful candidate will form part of the strong engineering team located at this site and will be responsible for the design of mechanical solutions in line with business requirements.

Produce precision lens components and assemblies to within the defined limits of dimensional accuracy and within the planned times, sometimes under the guidance of a Senior Technician, and in accordance with all departmental and company procedures across a range of machines and processes.

• Ensure component quality and dimensions are acceptable for further processing.
• Select, inspect and prepare all required tooling to ensure accurate production of components and assemblies.
• Carry out all component preparatory work correctly to achieve precision components efficiently and minimise component losses.
• Select relevant tooling and equipment to attain the most effective method of producing high‑quality precision components.
• Ensure required quality and operating standards are satisfied throughout each stage of manufacture to achieve optimum quality.
• Set up relevant machinery for efficient production of precision components.
• Inspect components during operation and decide on alterations required to achieve the finished component.
• Re‑work damaged components when possible to recoup potential losses.
• Instruct other employees in machine operation and procedures; assist other personnel in the department.
• Maintain equipment and work area in accordance with the operator’s maintenance schedule and departmental standards.
• Support business needs by participating in ongoing process/business improvement programmes.

• Manufacturing experience.
• Mechanical aptitude and an appreciation of mechanical principles.

• NVQ3 or A Level qualification.
• Knowledge of conventional and CNC processing.
• AS9100 awareness or experience.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing requirements.