Optical Assembly Technician - Entry Level (Etalon Filters)

Job Description

Lunt Solar Systems is seeking an Entry-Level Optical Assembly Technician to join our team onsite in Tucson, AZ. In this hands-on role, you will be trained to assemble precision etalon filters (specialized optical filters used in solar telescopes) ranging from 20mm to over 100mm in diameter. No prior optics experience is required – we will provide full training during a 3-month contract period. If you have excellent fine motor skills, a keen eye for detail, and love working with your hands, this is a great opportunity to start a career in optical assembly. Upon successful completion of training, this role transitions to a full-time position with our standard benefits package.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble & Align: Follow established procedures to assemble optical and mechanical components into air-spaced and solid etalon filters (20mm to 100mm ), ensuring proper alignment and compliance with specifications
• Precise Bonding: Delicately place and bond small glass spacer feet (tiny glass pieces ~4mm) onto larger glass plates, then bond additional plates on top to create the filter stack
• Handle Fragile Parts: Clean, transfer, and bond fragile optical parts with utmost care to prevent damage throughout the assembly process
• Tools & Inspection: Use specialized tools, tweezers, and inspection equipment (training provided) to ensure components are correctly placed and meet quality standards
• Collaborate & Learn: Work closely with optical engineers and lead technicians to learn the contacting (bonding) process and assist in troubleshooting minor assembly or alignment issues under their guidance
• Maintain Clean Workspace: Keep a clean, organized work area to support precision assembly and maintain a safe, dust-free environment for optical components
  
  

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Outstanding attention to detail and excellent hand-eye coordination (parts can be as small as 4mm x 4mm)
• Ability to follow detailed verbal and written instructions accurately
• Comfort working with small, delicate parts using tweezers and precision tools
• Strong communication skills and a basic problem-solving mindset
• Willingness to learn specialized optical assembly procedures and accept feedback for improvement
  
  

Preferred Qualifications (Not Required)

• Experience with mechanical assembly or other precision/hands-on assembly work
• Familiarity with optical systems or components (any basic optics knowledge is a plus)
  
  

Additional Information

• Pay: $18–$24 per hour (depending on aptitude and experience) with production bonus potential monthly after training.
• Training & Hiring: This role starts as a contract position with up to 3 months of paid training. Upon successful completion of the training period, it will convert to a full-time position with a standard benefits package (health insurance, PTO, etc.)
• Work Environment: This position is 100% onsite at our Tucson facility. You will work in a clean, lab-like setting alongside experienced technicians who will mentor you through the learning process
  
  

Growth Opportunity: No prior optics experience is needed – we are excited to teach you! We welcome candidates who are careful, detail-oriented, and eager to learn a unique technical skill. If you take pride in doing meticulous work and enjoy building things, we encourage you to apply.

Company Description

Lunt Solar Systems designs, fabricates, tests, assembles and distributes full spectrum and narrowband solar observing and imaging equipment.

Lunt is well established as the finest name in Solar Telescopes and has the best customer service in the industry.

Lunt Solar Systems designs, fabricates, tests, assembles and distributes full spectrum and narrowband solar observing and imaging equipment. Lunt is well established as the finest name in Solar Telescopes and has the best customer service in the industry.