Optical Test Technician

Gooch & Housego PLC; Tampa, Keene (FL, NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Gooch & Housego PLC in Tampa, FL is seeking a capable tester to support the verification of complex precision optical systems and components. You will follow established test procedures and document results to help characterize performance.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of testing experience, basic math skills, and the ability to read and write English. The role may involve lifting up to 40 pounds and standing for extended periods as part of daily duties.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or HS/GED with 1–2 years of work experience.
• Basic computer knowledge required.
• Good math skills essential.
• Ability to read and write English.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of testing functions on various platforms.
• Review and follow all prescribed Test Procedures.
• Complete all documentation requirements, such as data collection sheets.
• Identify failure trends and further detailed analysis.
• Set up and operate equipment and machines to service, diagnose and calibrate optical assemblies.
• Plan and lay out all operations required for completion of assignments.
• Recommend improvements in test procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of all tests performed for troubleshooting.

Skills

Basic computer knowledge

Math skills

English literacy

Education

Associates degree or High School/GED

Job description

Description

ABOUT US

G&H is a world leader in optical designing, testing and manufacturing. As experts in the technology of light, G&H works with customers to provide optical systems, assemblies, and components for demanding applications.

Headquartered in Ilminster Somerset, UK with primary operations in the USA and Europe, G&H is recognized for the breadth of their acousto-optic, electro-optic, crystal-optic, fiber optic, and precision optic products. G&H is recognized as the preferred source for OEMs in the life sciences, industrial, and aerospace and defense industries, with a history of quality and excellence that dates back over seventy-five years.

ROLE

The successful candidate will be responsible for the testing of complex precision optical systems and components to meet both customer requirements and application needs. The candidate will also be responsible to help develop test methods and procedures to characterize optical system performance.

RESPONSIBILITIES & PERFORMANCE MEASURES

• Perform a variety of testing functions on various platforms.
• Review and follow all prescribed Test Procedures.
• Complete all documentation requirements, such as data collection sheets.
• Identify failure trends and further detailed analysis.
• Set up and operate equipment and machines necessary to service, diagnose and calibrate a wide variety of optical assemblies.
• Plan and lay out all operations required for completion of assignments.
• Recommend improvements in function and methods of test procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of all tests performed to enable trouble shooting when necessary.
• Successful candidates must be positive team players who are committed to excellence
• Align goals with the company’s core values: customer focus, integrity, action, unity, and precision.
• Continuously raise individual performance to proactively address problem-solving and continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Associates degree or High School/GED with 1-2 years’ work experience.
• Basic computer knowledge
• Good math skills
• Ability to read and write English
• The ability to lift 40 pounds.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time

Notes: This job description is not intended to be exhaustive in every respect, but rather to clearly define the fundamental purpose, responsibilities and dimensions for the role. Therefore, this job description does not describe any individual role holder. In addition to the contents of this job description, employees are expected to undertake all other reasonable and related tasks allocated by their line manager.

The Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunity or practices on the grounds of gender, race, religion or belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national laws under which the Company operates.

Potential candidates should be aware that many of the employment roles at Gooch & Housego are subject to government security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities that you may have previously held and your place of birth, could restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organization.

In the instance that the position will involve having access to items and technical data that may be controlled under U.S. export laws and regulations ("U.S. Export Control Laws"), including but not limited to the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR") and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ("ITAR"). To comply with the U.S. Export Control Laws, and in conjunction with the review of candidates for those positions within G&H that may present access to export-controlled technical data, G&H must assess whether candidates are "U.S. persons" as defined under the EAR (15 C.F.R. Part 772) and the ITAR (22 C.F.R. § 120.15). Certain questions asked during the application process are intended to assess this and will be used for evaluation purposes only. Failure to provide the necessary information in this regard will result in our inability to consider you further for this position.