Position:Opto-Mechanical Technician

Experience: Aminimum of 3 years professional experience working with optical systems.

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

Compensation Range:$30.00 - $46.00/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, let alone on a shark, 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. The cool part 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:.Please review this information before applying.

Job Description:The Opto-Mechanical Technician will provide assembly, integration, alignment and test in support of the development of cutting-edge laser and electro-optical systems.

Responsibilities:

• 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).

Required Experience / Capability:

• 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.
• 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.

Additional Desired Experience / Capability:

• 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.
• Experience in Opto-Mechanical Assembly, including receiving and inspecting components, dry-assembly, bonding.

Benefits Summary: Health (ACA Gold Plan), Dental and Vison Care paid by employer 100% for Employee and 75% for Dependents. Company paid Life Insurance and Short and Long Term Disability. Competitive 401k with immediate vesting of company contribution. Approx. 3 weeks Paid Time Off + 10 Paid Holidays.

nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc. employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.