Optical Systems Technician – Onsite (1st Shift)

MassGenics, Inc.; Carlsbad (CA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & pharmacy coverage

Dental/vision insurance

401(k)

HSAs and FSAs

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Disability insurance

Critical illness coverage

Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection

Sick time

paid leaves

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Innova Solutions is immediately hiring an Engineering Technician in Carlsbad, CA for a 12-month contract. The role involves supporting the design, development, testing, and production of optical systems and components and requires onsite work (1st shift).

You will assist optical engineers with setup, assembly, alignment, testing, and data collection, while maintaining cleanrooms and documenting results. The ideal candidate has hands-on optics experience and familiarity with laboratory test

Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent hands-on experience in optics, photonics, engineering technology, physics, or a related field.
• Experience working with optical, electro-optical, or precision mechanical systems
• Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and written procedures.
• Familiarity with optical alignment techniques and laboratory test equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity for handling delicate optical components.

Responsibilities

• Assist optical engineers in the setup, assembly, alignment, and testing of optical systems and components.
• Perform precision measurements and inspections of lenses, mirrors, optical mounts, and related hardware.
• Support prototype builds, system integration, and troubleshooting activities for optical assemblies.
• Conduct laboratory testing and collect, document, and report performance data.
• Operate and maintain optical test equipment such as interferometers, collimators, microscopes, alignment lasers, and metrology tools.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions to ensure accurate assembly and test execution.
• Identify and help resolve technical issues related to optical alignment, contamination control, and component performance.
• Maintain clean and organized workspaces, including compliance with cleanroom or contamination-sensitive procedures when required.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams to support product development and production goals.
• Document test procedures, assembly results, and process improvements.
• Electrical and electronics skills is a plus

Skills

Hands-on engineering

Optical alignment

Laboratory testing

Documentation

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Interferometers

Collimators

Microscopes

Alignment lasers

Metrology tools

Job description

Innova Solutions is immediately hiring an Engineering Technician in Carlsbad, CA for a 12-month contract. The role involves supporting the design, development, testing, and production of optical systems and components and requires onsite work (1st shift).

You will assist optical engineers with setup, assembly, alignment, testing, and data collection, while maintaining cleanrooms and documenting results. The ideal candidate has hands-on optics experience and familiarity with laboratory test