Opto-Mechanical Production Technician — Prototyping & Testing

Aeva; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401k plan

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

11 paid holidays annually

Life and disability benefits

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Job summary

Aeva is hiring an Opto-mechanical production technician to prototype, build, and test products across the lifecycle. You will perform optical assemblies, align using fixtures and microscopes, inspect components, and document results while collaborating with Quality, Design, and Manufacturing teams.

Candidates should have 3+ years in opto-mechanical or fiber optics fields, strong attention to detail, and the ability to follow procedures precisely.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in opto-mechanical / fiber optics related field.
• Experience in optical alignment and assembly using fixtures, hand tools and microscopes.
• Experience in performing visual inspections with or without microscope.
• Experience in using measurement equipment such as calipers, micrometers, pin gauges, thread gauges, and height gauges.
• Ability to document and communicate inspection results in a detailed manner.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and with others.
• Strong communication, organization, and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Assemble optical components and systems per procedures, drawings, or specs.
• Assemble product using documented instructions and fixtures.
• Repair or troubleshoot defective units and document findings.
• Assist engineering with prototype build and test activities.
• Collect and analyze data as required for product evaluation.
• Test product performance and inspect components throughout the lifecycle.
• Complete incoming, in-process, and final inspections and report results.

Skills

Opto-mechanical

Fiber optics

Optical alignment

Inspection reporting

Documentation & communication

Independent worker

Engineering understanding

Read drawings

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Pin gauges

Thread gauges

Height gauges

Fixtures

Job description

Aeva is hiring an Opto-mechanical production technician to prototype, build, and test products across the lifecycle. You will perform optical assemblies, align using fixtures and microscopes, inspect components, and document results while collaborating with Quality, Design, and Manufacturing teams.

Candidates should have 3+ years in opto-mechanical or fiber optics fields, strong attention to detail, and the ability to follow procedures precisely.