Photometric Laboratory Technician

Gamma Scientific Inc; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Gamma Scientific Inc. is seeking an entry-level Photometric Laboratory Technician to support testing, calibration, and measurement of detectors, lamps, and LED-based light sources.

The role involves using photometers, radiometers, spectroradiometers and colorimeters, with a focus on accuracy and adherence to procedures. The position requires a foundation in physics/optics and familiarity with LabVIEW and Excel.

Qualifications

• AS degree with technical experience required; BS degree in Physics, Optics, or Engineering preferred.
• Strong knowledge of optics or basic knowledge in photometry and colorimetry is expected.
• Proficiency with reading optical, electrical and mechanical drawings and LabVIEW a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing, measurements and calibrations of lamps and detectors per established procedures.
• Manage the day-to-day workflow in the lab and interface with customers as needed.
• Develop test methods and procedures for calibration services.
• Maintain test equipment and conduct calibration tests with reference standards.
• Interface with engineers in developing and revising test procedures.
• Support engineers on qualification testing of new products.
• Possibly travel for onsite testing and service.

Skills

Optics

Photometry

Colorimetry

LabVIEW

ESD safety

Excel

Education

AS degree

BS in Physics/Optics/Engineering

Tools

LabVIEW

Excel

Windows OS

Job description

Photometric Laboratory Technician
Job Description
This position is for an entry level photometry technician to support the testing, calibration and
measurement of detectors, halogen light sources, retroreflection and Solid State – LED based
lamps/light sources. It entails the use and calibration of photometers, radiometers,
spectroradiometers, colorimeters and light sources.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be
assigned.
Perform testing, measurements and calibrations of lamps, detectors,
spectrometers/monochromators and LED based lamps per established procedures. Manage
the day to day workflow. Interface with customers as needed.
Develop test methods and procedures for new types of calibration services.
Maintain test equipment by analyzing performance, and conduct calibration tests with
reference standards.
Interface with engineers in developing and revising test procedures.
Support engineers on qualification testing of new products.
Other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to handle all essential laboratory duties
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability
required.
Strong knowledge of college level Physics/Engineering with emphasis in optics or basic
knowledge in the fundamentals of photometry and colorimetry.
Basic ability in reading optical, electrical and mechanical drawings.
Basic knowledge of electronics and testing electrical components.
Must understand testing processes and procedures for calibration and test development.
Must know ESD safe work practices.
PC skills in Windows environment including Excel, Word, and NI LabView. Ability to program
in Excel and Labview a plus.
Clear, concise verbal and written communication skills.
Must be self-motivated and capable of working with minimum supervision.
Position may include light travel for onsite testing and service.
EDUCATION
* AS degree with technical experience required; BS degree in Physics, Optics, or Engineering
preferred.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general technical procedures. Ability to write reports and
understand procedures and manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to
questions from managers, engineers and customers.