Excelitas Technologies Corp. · 4 hours ago
Diamond Turning Technician
Boulder, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$30/hr - $40/hr
7+ years expExcelitas Technologies Corp. is a global technology leader focused on delivering market-driven solutions across various sectors. They are seeking a Diamond Turning Technician to operate diamond turning equipment and ensure the precision manufacturing of optical components.
ElectronicsEnterprise SoftwareLightingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Perform mechanical inspections using micrometers, optical comparators, dial indicators, and drop gauges to ensure components meet specifications with diameter, sag, and center thickness
Read and interpret complex prints to determine tolerances and specifications
Operate and maintain diamond turning equipment for the precision manufacturing of infrared optical lenses and metal mirrors
Adjust, understand programming, set up, and operate state-of-the-art lathe equipment
Understands the effect of feed rate, depth of cut, spindle speeds and their effect on quality with different materials
Responsible for cleaning and visually inspecting diamond-turned optical components, ensuring compliance with ISO and MIL standards for surface quality and dimensional accuracy
Inspects, maintains, and handles single-point diamond tools, knowledgeable in tool features, application, and proper use
Optical metrology skills, including calibration and operation of interferometers and surface profilometers (e.g., Form Talysurf) for form error and surface roughness inspection of lenses and mirrors
Qualification
Required
Working knowledge of geometry and trigonometry
Perform mechanical inspections using micrometers, optical comparators, dial indicators, and drop gauges to ensure components meet specifications with diameter, sag, and center thickness
Read and interpret complex prints to determine tolerances and specifications
Operate and maintain diamond turning equipment for the precision manufacturing of infrared optical lenses and metal mirrors
Adjust, understand programming, set up, and operate state-of-the-art lathe equipment
Understands the effect of feed rate, depth of cut, spindle speeds and their effect on quality with different materials
Responsible for cleaning and visually inspecting diamond-turned optical components, ensuring compliance with ISO and MIL standards for surface quality and dimensional accuracy
Inspects, maintains, and handles single-point diamond tools, knowledgeable in tool features, application, and proper use
Optical metrology skills, including calibration and operation of interferometers and surface profilometers (e.g., Form Talysurf) for form error and surface roughness inspection of lenses and mirrors
Basic Math skills
Teamwork – the ability to work effectively and contribute to a team
Utilizes good communication and interpersonal skill
Familiar with G&M code, modification of tool path, and use call programs as needed
Preferred
High School Diploma or GED preferred
7+ year's optics diamond turning or equivalent manufacturing experience preferred
CNC lathe experience is preferred
Knowledge with DiffSys tool path software or similar
Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Windows
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401K
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
PAID Maternity/Paternity leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Long-term and Short-term disability
Company
Excelitas Technologies Corp.
Excelitas is the leading provider of advanced, life-enriching technologies that make a difference, serving global market leaders in the life sciences, advanced industrial, next-generation semiconductor, aerospace and defense end markets.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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unknown2017-10-18Acquired
Leadership Team
Ron Keating
Chief Executive Officer
Ben Stas
Chief Financial Officer
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