Optical Technician

Insight Global • Longmont, CO • 4h ago

Job Description

A defense company in the directed energy and high-energy laser systems space is looking to hire an Optical Technician to join their fast-paced team. This individual will support the assembly, integration, alignment, testing, and documentation of advanced laser and electro-optical systems, including optical, mechanical, electro-optical, and fiber-optic subsystems. Responsibilities include receiving and inspecting components, mounting and bonding optics, performing optical alignments, constructing test fixtures, operating alignment and metrology equipment, maintaining cleanroom standards, troubleshooting system issues, generating work instructions and test documentation, supporting thermal management system assembly, and collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams to meet program milestones. This role requires the ability to work independently, adapt to changing priorities, and support occasional customer-site testing activities. The pay range for this position is $30-$45/hour based on experience. The position is 5 days/week onsite in Longmont, CO, and will be a 6-month contract to hire layout with the primary goal being permanent conversion. Applicants must be eligible to obtain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance; active clearances are preferred.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Skills and Requirements

1-3+ years of professional or academic experience with optics, lasers, electro-optical systems, or fiber optics

Hands-on opto-mechanical hardware assembly experience including optical mounting, alignment, bonding, and integration

Experience working in a cleanroom environment and following contamination-control procedures

Strong troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and ability to follow/document technical processes

High School Diploma or GED

Ability to obtain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance Experience with high-power laser systems and optical fiber splicing, polishing, or repair

Familiarity with optical alignment/metrology equipment (interferometers, autocollimators, spectrophotometers, beam profilers, etc.)

Associate degree or technical certification in Optics

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