Laser/Optics Lab Technician (Associate–Senior) – Onsite

Boeing; New Mexico; On-site; USD 54,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) seeks an Associate, Mid-Level, or Senior Laser/Optics/Mechanical Lab Technician at the Starfire Optical Range in Albuquerque, NM. The role supports AFRL in Space Domain Awareness using ground-based telescopes, collaborating with engineers and technicians to design, test, and align complex optical and laser systems.

Expect onsite work with responsibilities spanning testing, maintenance, and operation of optical equipment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in engineering technician, construction or facilities maintenance disciplines.
• 2+ years of experience working with powered hand tools or equipment.
• Willing and able to work variable shifts; including days, evenings, nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Plans, conducts, and documents tests on products, systems, components, materials, and manufacturing processes and technologies
• Troubleshoots and resolves complex laboratory and test-related problems
• Coordinates test laboratory activities, maintenance and repairs, and personnel training
• Assists government agencies, safety and hazardous materials teams in the event of emergencies
• Assists engineers and senior technicians with efforts such as optical alignment, maintenance, and repair
• Serve as a crew member for tests, being trained in optics, lasers, telescopes, and telescope mount operations

Skills

Laboratory testing

Troubleshooting

Optics/Lasers familiarity

Electrical systems experience

Tools

Test equipment operation

Computer-based analysis tools

Job description

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) seeks an Associate, Mid-Level, or Senior Laser/Optics/Mechanical Lab Technician at the Starfire Optical Range in Albuquerque, NM. The role supports AFRL in Space Domain Awareness using ground-based telescopes, collaborating with engineers and technicians to design, test, and align complex optical and laser systems.

Expect onsite work with responsibilities spanning testing, maintenance, and operation of optical equipment.