Optical Machine Technician - 2nd/3rd Shift

FLIR Systems, Inc.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Teledyne FLIR Defense in Freeport, PA is seeking an Optical Machine Technician to join the team. The role starts on 1st shift during training and transitions to 2nd or 3rd shift after training, supporting the production of optical components for thermal imaging systems.

You will operate diamond turning, polishing machines, CNC polishers, grinders, and MR finishing; read blueprints, measure with calipers and micrometers, and ensure quality through inspection tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Machining experience strongly preferred.
• Optical manufacturing experience a plus.
• Experience using basic shop tools such as calipers, micrometers, drop gauges preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate various machines including diamond turning, conventional polishing, CNC polishers and grinders, and Magnetorheological Finishing (MRF).
• Fabricate optical components by profiling, cutting, milling, grinding, beveling, blocking, polishing, edging, cleaning and testing.
• Use metrology and inspection tools to test and inspect optics for accuracy and quality.
• Read and understand blueprints and technical drawings.
• Follow safety and equipment maintenance procedures.

Skills

Basic math

Blueprint reading

Hand-eye coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Diamond turning machines

CNC polishers

Grinders

MRF (Magnetorheological Finishing)

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Teledyne FLIR Defense in Freeport, PA is seeking an Optical Machine Technician to join the team. The role starts on 1st shift during training and transitions to 2nd or 3rd shift after training, supporting the production of optical components for thermal imaging systems.

You will operate diamond turning, polishing machines, CNC polishers, grinders, and MR finishing; read blueprints, measure with calipers and micrometers, and ensure quality through inspection tools.