Optical Fabrication Engineer — CAD, GD&T, Tooling

CACI International Inc.; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 72,700 - 149,200; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc. in Danbury, CT is seeking an Optical Fabrication Engineer to drive a manufacturing line for aerospace optical components, from design through assembly, on the production floor.

You will collaborate with fellow engineers and operations to ensure quality and on-time delivery. Responsibilities include hands-on optical fabrication and assembly, CAD modeling, GD&T analysis, and preparing work instructions.

Qualifications

• Degreed engineer with foundational knowledge in mechanical design.
• Experience in mechanical CAD design and 3D modeling.
• Ability to perform GD&T tolerance analysis and interpret results.
• Ability to write clear work instructions and process documents.
• Familiarity with basic manufacturing processes and materials science.

Responsibilities

• Drive a product line from start to finish through fabrication and assembly.
• Work hands-on on optical fabrication and assembly floor.
• Support engineering with CAD modeling and drawings.
• Create technical work instructions and process documentation.
• Present ideas to engineers and program management.

Skills

CAD design

GD&T analysis

Technical writing

Manufacturing basics

Materials science basics

Optics experience (desirable)

Engineering internships/clubs

Education

Degreed Engineer

Tools

Creo Parametric

SolidWorks

Job description

CACI International Inc. in Danbury, CT is seeking an Optical Fabrication Engineer to drive a manufacturing line for aerospace optical components, from design through assembly, on the production floor.

You will collaborate with fellow engineers and operations to ensure quality and on-time delivery. Responsibilities include hands-on optical fabrication and assembly, CAD modeling, GD&T analysis, and preparing work instructions.