Laser Technician

Leonardo DRS; San Diego, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Leonardo DRS, Inc. in San Diego, CA, seeks a Laser Engineering Technician to support engineering with moderately complex duties and hands-on tasks, participating in development, characterization, and improvement of laser systems.

You will identify optical components, assist in defining requirements, assemble, test, and document processes, and may mentor other technicians while contributing to a safety-conscious, team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in a technical discipline or related field.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Competent technical expertise.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering with moderately complex engineering duties and / or hands-on tasks.
• Work independently for several days.
• Provide competent technical expertise.
• Assist in design, build and procurement of new or improved machines, tools, fixtures, and material handling equipment.
• Complete process documentation, bill of materials, route sheets, etc.
• Review project instructions and drawings to ascertain test specifications and objectives.
• Devises, fabricates, and assembles new or modified components or assemblies.
• Set up and conduct tests of units and components.
• Analyze test results and adjust equipment to meet specifications.
• Record test procedures, data, and recommendations for changes.
• Provide and develop documentation to maintain equipment.
• May lead technician teams or mentor other technicians.
• Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values, and culture of the organization.

Skills

Technical experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Location: San Diego, CA, US, 92127

Job ID:115582

Relocation Available: Individually Considered

Type: Full Time - Permanent

Schedule: 9/80

DRS Daylight Solutions business provides industry-changing mid-infrared laser light technology for government and commercial markets, including: defense and security; life sciences; and industrial process control. As a mid-IR technology pioneer, Daylight Solutions has delivered more mid-IR systems to more applications world-wide than any other company.

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 engineering requirements, 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 the specification, purchasing, and qualification of laser parts.

Job Responsibilities

• Support engineering with moderately complex engineering duties and / or hands-on tasks
• Work independently for several days
• Competent technical expertise
• Comfortable with the shop / laboratory and equipment Assists in design, build and / or procurement of new or improved machines, tools, fixtures, and material handling equipment and coordinating the implementation
• Responsible for completing process documentation, bill of materials, route sheets, etc.
• Reviews project instructions and drawings to ascertain test specifications, procedures, objectives, test equipment, nature of technical problem and possible solutions, and to support the design for manufacture
• Devises, fabricates, and assembles new or modified electrical and / or mechanical components or assemblies for products
• Sets up and conducts tests of units and components
• Analyzes test results related to the design and test objectives and adjusts equipment to bring within specifications
• Records these test procedures and results, numerical and graphical data, and recommendations for changes in product or test methods
• Provides and develops documentation to maintain equipment
• May lead technician teams in development or mentor other technicians Provide hands-on feedback to engineers
• Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values, and culture of the organization

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in a technical discipline or equivalent experience in the field or in a related area
• High school diploma or GED
• Competent technical expertise

The salary range for this position is $24.93/hour - $35.67/hour. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Our Vision

To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values

The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:

• Integrity
• Agility
• Excellence
• Customer Focus
• Community & Respect
• Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.