Manufacturing Technician, CNC Optics

L3Harris Technologies; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is looking for a Manufacturing Technician specializing in CNC Optics to generate and polish optical components. This entry-level full-time position involves setting up CNC machines and ensuring optical components meet stringent quality standards. Join a dedicated team in a company committed to excellence in the defense sectors.

Qualifications

• 0-12 months experience in a related discipline.
• Ability to comprehend and follow detailed instructions.
• Strong capability to operate complicated equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up CNC programs and inspect optical components.
• Grind, edge, and polish optical components using CNC machines.
• Perform complicated maintenance and troubleshoot equipment.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Ability to read and interpret drawings

Understanding of principles of physics and chemistry

Ability to safely handle delicate optical parts

Ability to work well with others

Education

Diploma in Photonics or Mechanical Engineering Technology

Tools

CNC machines

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L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Manufacturing Technician, CNC Optics

Reference :24497

Toronto/Don Mills, Ontario

About The Role

This position is responsible for generating and polishing optical components (precision lenses) using CNC machines with 3, 4, and 5 axes; NC; 2 axes and 2 mechanical axes equipment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Set up CNC programs; CAN cycles with G-code understandings
• Grind optical components; Precision Optics CNC
• Edge optical components; Precision Optics CNC
• Polish optical components; both Precision Optics CNC and Diamond Turned CNC
• Aspheric optical components; Diamond Turning lathes, Alignment Turning Stations
• Inspect/measure optical components to ensure conformity to specified tolerances
• Achieving surface form requirements (PV, RMS, AST)
• Perform complicated maintenance, repair & troubleshooting of equipment
• Support the development of new manufacturing processes and make improvements to current manufacturing processes
  
  
  

Education & Skills Requirements

• Diploma in Photonics or Mechanical Engineering Technology, or 0-12 months experience in a related discipline
• Ability to read and interpret drawings
• Strong technical knowledge, capabilities
• Understanding of principles of physics and chemistry
• Ability to work independently and with minimum supervision
• Ability to safely handle delicate optical parts
• Ability to work well with others
• Ability to comprehend and follow detailed instructions
• Ability to read detailed drawings
• Ability to effectively operate complicated equipment such as Precision Optics and Diamond Turned CNC and associated equipment
  
  
  

At L3Harris, we foster an inclusive and equitable workplace. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best.

L3Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment. Some positions may require a government of Canada “Reliability” status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. In addition, L3Harris performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where required.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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