Laser Engineering Technician

DRS Daylight Solutions business provides industry-changing photonic engine technology for government and commercial markets, including defense and security, quantum information sciences, life sciences, and industrial process control. As a laser technology pioneer, Daylight Solutions has delivered more mid-IR systems to more applications world-wide than any other company. Daylight laser solutions span the full spectrum from UV to visible to NIR to mid-IR.

At DRS Daylight Solutions, you will be eligible for competitive pay, great benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, 9 / 80 work schedule, and Tuition Assistance. Our Daylight family-oriented culture allows you to receive hands-on training, professional development, career advancement and exposure to the latest and greatest technology, where our motto is "To protect with Light". Come join the family!

Job Summary

The Laser Engineering Technician will support engineering with moderately complex engineering duties and / or hands-on tasks. Involved in the development, characterization, and improvement of laser systems. Assist in the definition engineeringrequirements, specify design and components, assemble, characterize, and validate new lasers or improvements of existing laser systems. Identify optical components including lenses, laser materials, fiber optics, and other related components. Assist in thespecification, purchasing, and qualification of laser parts.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to engineers and scientists on moderately complex components, devices, material, products, processes and / or equipment
• Test, modify, rework,and repairelectronic, optical, and mechanical assemblies
• Work from complex assembly drawings, work instructions, engineering specifications and sketches
• Build and test prototype assemblies and production units
• Use judgment to bring unit within quality control specifications
• Test, inspect, and repair electronic, optical, or mechanical assemblies
• Work under minimal supervision and may provide guidance to other technicians
• Capable of performing and implementing manufacturing processes
• Interpret and follow written documents such as SOPs and safety rules
• Ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory requirements applicable to the company in accordance with State and Federal regulations and any applicable certification required to maintain the certification
• Interface with other departments to assure efficient flow of information and materials
• Perform Key Performance Indicators
• Meet Engineering deadlines
• Quality of finished product (Pass / fail rates)
• Ability to coordinate several activities at the same time, and to reprioritize in response to changing operational conditions
• Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values, and culture of the organization
• Perform alignment, testing, and troubleshooting of semiconductor lasers and laser optical systems
• Must use optical, mechanical, and electrical tools and test equipment for measurement, alignment, and testing

Qualifications

The expected pay scale for this position is$28.00 / hr. - $38.00 / hr. Should the level, location, or scope of the position change during the hiring process, the pay scale may be modified accordingly. When extending an offer of employment, DRS Daylight Solutions considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position; any Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, the candidate's relevant work experience, education / training, certifications, and key skills; internal equity; and market and business considerations.

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law . #LI-SF1 #INDDAY

Salary : $28 - $38