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nLIGHT, Inc. · 1 day ago

Electro-Optical Technician

Longmont, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$30/hr - $45/hr

1+ years exp

nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is a leading developer of Directed Energy systems, and they are seeking an organized, motivated individual to serve as an Electro-Optical Technician. This role will support engineers in system assembly, integration, alignment, and documentation for high-energy laser systems.

ElectronicsLaserManufacturingSemiconductor

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assist in the construction, alignment, and testing of optical and electro-optical components and assemblies (mirrors, lenses, waveplates, dichroics, etc.) in clean-room environment

Operate standard alignment and test equipment (autocollimators, interferometers, beam profilers, spectrophotometers, optical spectrum analyzers)

Perform mechanical and optical assembly tasks including mounting optical elements, mount assembly, and installation of opto-mechanical sub-assemblies into larger assemblies

Assist in performing visual inspections, verifying component cleanliness standards, parts traceability, and basic troubleshooting of mechanical or optical anomalies

Maintain cleanroom cleanliness standards and ensure optics and mechanics are handled per contamination control

Support maintenance and calibration of production tooling and equipment

Work collaboratively with optical, electrical, mechanical, and software engineering teams, to support schedule milestones and system level integration

Generate documentation including integration photos, alignment logs, work instruction updates, assembly travelers, and data backups

Participate in continuous improvement activities spanning process refinements, clean-room ergonomics, production documentation improvements, and assist in implementing corrective actions when directed

Strong communication and technical writing skills

Qualification

Optics & Laser TechnologyElectro-Optics TechnologyOptical AlignmentMATLABSolidWorksWillingness to LearnAttention to DetailTechnical Writing

Required

1-3 years of professional and/or academic optical/laser experience

H.S. Diploma or GED required; Associate Degree or Technical Certification is a plus

Commitment to Excellence. Attention to Detail. Pride in Workmanship

Associates degree in Optics & Laser Technology, Physics Technician, Electro-Optics Technology, Engineering Technology or equivalent combination of education/training and hands-on experience (1–3 years)

Basic experience or coursework demonstrating hands-on work with optics, lasers, lenses/waveplates, fiber optics, optical mounts, or electro-optical systems

Capable of working in a clean-room environment (ISO-7 or better) and adherence to contamination control (garments, gloves, eyewear, cleanliness)

Strong attention to detail, ability to follow structured work instructions and maintain high standards of workmanship

Develop, refine, and document assembly processes, work instructions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Willingness to learn, grow technical skills, and take direction from senior staff

All applicants must possess or be qualified to obtain a U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance

Preferred

Basic familiarity with optical alignment or metrology equipment (interferometers, spectrophotometers, autocollimators, etc.)

Previous employment, internship, or academic experience in laser/optics and instrumentation

Experience bonding optical elements into larger assemblies

Demonstrated ability to work independently or under minimal guidance provided an outlined work instruction and training

Experience with optic handling, optical alignment, interferometry and metrology tools

MATLAB, ZEMAX, and/or SolidWorks experience a plus

Understanding of optical fundamentals (beam propagation, alignment, wavefront concepts) and experience in basic troubleshooting

Familiarity with documentation practices (travellers, test logs), and quality culture

Benefits

4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year

11 paid Holidays

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition Assistance Program

Health (ACA Gold Plan), Vision and Dental Care paid by employer 100% for Employee and 75% for Dependents

Paid Family Leave, Short and Long Term Disability paid by employer 100%

Competitive 401k with company match and immediate vesting

Company

nLIGHT, Inc.

nLIGHT, Inc. is a leading provider of high-power lasers for mission critical directed energy, optical sensing, and advanced manufacturing applications.

Founded in 2000

Hillsboro, Oregon, USA

1001-5000 employees