Precision Optical Metrology Technician

Socket.dev; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

4 weeks PTO

Medical dental vision

401(k) with match

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

US Conec, Ltd. is seeking an Optical Metrology Technician to support the production and development of advanced fiber optic connectivity solutions.

This role involves precision optical measurement, inspection, testing, and metrology activities that ensure product quality and process reliability. Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to drive continuous improvement, support new product development initiatives, and train production personnel on inspection methods and

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Applied Science, Optical Technology, Engineering Technology, or related field.
• 2+ years as Optical Technician, Metrology Technician, or similar role.
• Experience in optical component manufacturing and precision environments.
• Ability to read drawings, GD&T, specs, and inspection requirements.
• Experience with calibration, measurement system verification, and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform optical inspections, measurements, testing, and process verification.
• Evaluate dimensional, surface, and optical performance of connectors and assemblies.
• Operate, program, maintain, and troubleshoot optical metrology equipment.
• Conduct FAI, capability studies, and ongoing process verification.
• Analyze data and communicate findings to manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams.
• Support continuous improvement focusing on quality, process capability, and efficiency.

Skills

Optical measurement

Data analysis

GD&T reading

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Associate degree in Optics/Engineering Technology or related field

Tools

Interferometers

Vision systems

Microscopes

Job description

US Conec, Ltd. is seeking an Optical Metrology Technician to support the production and development of advanced fiber optic connectivity solutions.

This role involves precision optical measurement, inspection, testing, and metrology activities that ensure product quality and process reliability. Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to drive continuous improvement, support new product development initiatives, and train production personnel on inspection methods and