Mechanical Technician

nLIGHT, Inc.; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. in Longmont, CO is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technician to support assembly, integration, and test of advanced laser and electro‑optical systems.

You will work onsite in a clean room environment with a focus on quality and safety. The role requires at least 3 years’ experience with mechanical systems, strong CAD skills (SolidWorks preferred), and proficiency with hand and power tools.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years professional experience working with mechanical systems.
• HS Diploma or GED required; Bachelor/Associate Degree or Technical Certification is a plus.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools and work in a clean room environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage schedule and priorities with guidance to meet objectives.
• CAD navigation including light design and part/assembly drawing generation.
• Fixture design and assembly.
• Prepare assembly documentation including procedures and status.
• Coordinate build space allocation and material handling.
• Install and integrate mechanical and electro‑mechanical components.
• Operate tools to complete assemblies per prints and BOMs.
• Support thermal management system assembly and test.
• Assist with facility support tasks as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Clean room mindset

CAD proficiency

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Bachelor/Associate Degree or Technical Certification a plus

Tools

CAD (SolidWorks)

Hand & Power Tools

Job description

Location: Longmont, CO (onsite)

Experience: A minimum of 3 years professional experience working with mechanical systems.

Minimum Education: H.S. Diploma or GED required; Bachelor or Associate Degree or Technical Certification is a plus.

Compensation: $30-$44/hour depending on experience.

Who We Are

nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is one of the nation's leading developers of Directed Energy systems, which is a top modernization priority of the Department of Defense. Our High Energy Laser (HEL) systems, Adaptive Optical (AO) systems, and Acquisition / Pointing / Tracking (APT) solutions are designed to overcome the most difficult challenges facing the deployment of high energy laser solutions to the United States military and our allies. Located in Longmont, Colorado, nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is a vertically integrated business that leverages internal capabilities - from semiconductor device through target identification - to develop systems that are both high-performance and cost-effective. We continue to invest in capabilities, facilities and technology to bring leading edge HEL solutions to the warfighter. This is a great opportunity to work at a company that is on the leading edge of the HEL industry and provides a culture of excellence and commitment to delivering solutions to the warfighter and our country.

Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR).

Summary:

The Mechanical Engineering Technician will provide assembly, integration, and test in support of the development of cutting‑edge laser and electro‑optical systems.

All applicants must possess or be qualified to obtain a U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance. Preference will be given to candidates with an existing U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance. Further information on requirements to obtain a security clearance is available at: https://www.dcsa.mil/mc/pv/mbi/gicp/.Please review this information before applying.

Responsibilities:

• Effectively manage schedule and priorities with moderate daily direction to meet schedule objectives.
• CAD navigation including light design and part/assembly drawing generation
• Fixture design and assembly
• Assembly documentation including procedures and status.
• Coordination of build space allocation
• Material handling to include receipt and inspection of components.
• Installation and integration of mechanical and electro‑mechanical components (combination of COTS & custom mechanics).
• Operate hand and power tools to complete mechanical assemblies specified by prints, schematics, and BOMS.
• Thermal management systems assembly and test.
• Additional duties related to facility support (clean rooms, chillers).

Required Experience / Capability:

• Commitment to Excellence. Attention to Detail. Pride in Workmanship.
• Ability to work in a dynamic and at times stressful environment and maintain composure and good working relationships under stress. Requirements change frequently and rapid-turn solutions must be developed frequently.
• Competence in maintaining cleanliness standards and operation in a clean room environment.
• Comfortable working with wide range of basic shop equipment including the use of hand and power tools to complete mechanical assemblies specified by prints, schematics, and BOMS.
• Positive attitude, strong mechanical aptitude, problem solving and troubleshooting skills and a willingness to develop creative solutions to time‑sensitive problems.
• Familiarity with safe operation of mechanical systems; operate with a safety‑first mindset.
• CAD proficiency, SolidWorks preferred.
• Expertise and competence in working with high power laser systems.
• Electrical cables and components assembly and test.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal . If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at [emailprotected] .