Optical/Laser Cleaning Technician

Kearfott Corporation; Pine Brook, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,440 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and sick days

Paid holidays

9/80 work week with every other Friday off

Job summary

Kearfott Corporation, located in Pine Brook, New Jersey, is seeking an Optical/Laser Cleaning Technician to clean and prepare optical products under moderate supervision. This role requires technical proficiency in polishing and cleaning various materials, conducted in an ISO-5 Cleanroom environment.

Candidates should have 2-5 years of experience with optical/laser precision parts, a detail-oriented approach, and strong communication skills. The position offers competitive hourly compensation and various employee benefits including medical and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, and a 9/80 work week.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience with optical/laser precision parts assembly methods.
• Must be able to lift 30 lbs. and carry 5 lbs. for extended periods.
• Must be a US Citizen.

Responsibilities

• Clean and prepare various optical products in an ISO-5 Cleanroom environment.
• Inspect in-process assemblies under a microscope.
• Maintain documentation and communicate process status.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Hands-on experience with optical components

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree (preferred)

Tools

Microscopes

Hand tools

Vacuum systems

Job description

Founded in 1918, Kearfott Corporation, a global Aerospace and Defense supplier for over 100 years, is a leader in the design and manufacture of precision motion control products and inertial navigation components. Kearfott has a very long history of innovation and excellence and is the go-to brand for many of our global clients. Kearfott is trusted, respected, and plays a vital role in the success of America’s aerospace and defense industries. With over a century of expertise & experience, Kearfott is dedicated to providing quality, reliability, and cutting-edge technology to customers worldwide to meet their sea, land, air, and space navigation and guidance requirements.

We are looking for talented individuals who want to be part of a world‑class workforce. Join Kearfott and become part of a company that is recognized for technical expertise and respected worldwide as a ‘full service’ provider.

An Optical/Laser Cleaning Technician will work under moderate supervision to clean and prepare various optical products. The successful candidate performs technical functions that include polishing, fixture exchanges, and cleaning as referred to in documentation and work instructions. The technician will also be able to perform other cleaning and preparation tasks with various materials with or without instruction. These tasks will be performed in an ISO‑5 Cleanroom environment.

Required Skills:

Essential Functions

• Interprets operation sheets, drawings, diagrams, schematics, blueprints, and written instructions.
• Inspects in‑process assemblies as part of methods of operations consistently under a microscope.
• Cleans hardware of various materials with a multitude of solvents.
• Works under microscopes for long periods of time to visually clean, test, and calibrate various optical products and components.
• Maintains logbooks, tolerance sheets, work orders, and other required documentation.
• Actively communicates with engineers, managers, and other technicians on process status, issues, and suggestions.
• Performs other tasks directed by management to satisfy company objectives.
• Has working knowledge of hand tools, microscopes, vacuum systems, assembly equipment, electronic equipment, and processing equipment. (Degreasers, ultrasonics, plasma cleaners, etc.)
• Capable of working independently as well as within a cross‑functional team of both engineers and technicians on both production and R&D.
• Detail‑oriented and demonstrated background working with delicate parts, especially glass and wafers.
• Hands‑on experience with one of the following preferred: lasers, mirrors/lenses/prisms, optical metrology, optical assembly, optical alignment, inertial navigation systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Experience working with Standard Operating Procedures/work orders required.

General Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent. Associate degree preferred.
• 2‑5 years of experience with optical/laser precision parts assembly methods.
• Must be able to lift 30 lbs. and up to 5 lbs. for extended periods of time.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Knowledge of parts inspection high magnification microscopes.
• Previous experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment preferred.
• Previous experience working in ISO9001/AS9100 certified manufacturing facilities preferred.
• Previous experience working in cleanrooms (ISO Class 4 through Class 7) preferred.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New Jersey is $25.00 - $38.00 hourly. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to job‑related knowledge and skills, experience, and internal consistency.

Additionally, we offer medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, tuition assistance, paid vacation and sick days, paid holidays, and a 9/80 work week with every other Friday off. Our work environment embraces our people as we enjoy monthly employee events that celebrate our workplace culture.

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

Location(s)

19 Chapin RoadBuilding C, Pine Brook, New Jersey 07058, United States