Precision Fiber Optics Technician - Winding & QA

Leidos; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos’ Undersea Systems Division is seeking a Precision Fiber Optics Winding Technician to support fabrication, assembly, and quality assurance of precision wound fiber optics packs, and to support maintenance of specialized equipment in the winding lab.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, mechanically inclined, organized, and comfortable operating in dynamic field and marine environments; citizenship and a SECRET clearance are required; on-site work schedule; pay range $57,850–$104,575.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting capability.
• Creating, maintaining and working in clean workspaces.
• Handling of HAZMAT materials, such as solvents and polyurethane.
• Physical ability to navigate lab, office, and warehouse environments—stoop, kneel, reach, and transport up to 50 lbs; climb ladders up to 20 ft; work aboard marine vessels as needed.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and assemble precision wound fiber optic packs and support lab infrastructure.
• Follow rigorous quality standards and maintain meticulous records; log information in work orders.
• Perform OTDR diagnostic testing and fiber optic testing; handle, splice and test connections.
• Read and interpret engineering prints; build to drawings and operate NC lathes, drill presses and milling machines.
• Utilize general hand tools and learn to use shop equipment as required.

Skills

Precision fiber winding

Quality control

Fiber-optic testing

General assembly

Hand tools

Tools

NC lathes

Drill presses

Milling machines

Job description

Leidos’ Undersea Systems Division is seeking a Precision Fiber Optics Winding Technician to support fabrication, assembly, and quality assurance of precision wound fiber optics packs, and to support maintenance of specialized equipment in the winding lab.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, mechanically inclined, organized, and comfortable operating in dynamic field and marine environments; citizenship and a SECRET clearance are required; on-site work schedule; pay range $57,850–$104,575.