Senior Fabrication Technician

Gooch & Housego Florida; Trinity (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and company holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional development and career成长

Job summary

Gooch & Housego Florida in Tampa, FL is seeking a Senior Fabrication Technician to lead precision fabrication of optical glass components, including prisms and other optics, using specialized equipment and strict tolerances.

You will perform setup, measurements, and documentation, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing to improve processes and yields. Strong reading of drawings and safety focus are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or vocational training in optics, machining, precision manufacturing, or related field preferred.
• 5 years of experience in precision fabrication, optical manufacturing, machining, or similar manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, tolerances, and manufacturing documentation.
• Experience setting up and operating precision fabrication equipment such as saws, mills, grinders, lapping equipment, or similar machinery.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments and tools used to monitor fabrication processes and dimensional requirements.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, hand/eye coordination, and ability to work safely with small, delicate, and high‑value components.
• Strong attention to detail with demonstrated ability to consistently perform work to tight tolerances and established specifications.
• Ability to troubleshoot fabrication and equipment issues and collaborate effectively with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and other functions.
• Ability to provide technical guidance, training, and knowledge sharing to less experienced team members.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate precision optical glass components, including prisms and other optical elements, in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications, travelers, and work instructions.
• Set up and operate fabrication equipment used to cut, shape, grind, lap, and otherwise process optical glass while maintaining required tolerances.
• Select and properly use tooling, fixtures, abrasives, and fabrication techniques appropriate to component and process requirements.
• Perform required in‑process checks and measurements to confirm work remains within established specifications and process requirements.
• Identify fabrication issues or process deviations and elevate concerns through the appropriate Manufacturing, Engineering, or Quality channels.
• Accurately complete production records, travelers, and other required manufacturing documentation to maintain traceability.
• Troubleshoot fabrication and equipment issues and collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and other functions as needed to resolve manufacturing challenges.
• Support prototype, development, and production activities, including the introduction and refinement of fabrication processes for new and existing products.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts focused on fabrication efficiency, yield, safety, repeatability, and process consistency.
• Provide technical guidance and hands‑on support to less experienced fabrication technicians, sharing fabrication techniques and best practices.

Skills

Read engineering drawings

Precision fabrication

Dimensional measurement

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical/vocational optics or precision manufacturing training

Tools

Saws

Mills

Grinders

Lapping equipment

Job description

ABOUT US

Join a Global Photonics Leader Engineering Solutions from the Deep Ocean to Outer Space!

G&H is a world leader in photonics technology, delivering advanced optical systems, components, and solutions that support mission-critical applications across aerospace, defense, life sciences, industrial manufacturing, medical technology, and research markets. Our Rochester, NY facility specializes in the design and manufacture of precision optical components and coatings that enable customers to push the boundaries of innovation.

Through a commitment to technical excellence, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction, G&H provides employees with the opportunity to work on cutting‑edge technologies while collaborating with highly skilled engineering and manufacturing professionals in a dynamic, growth‑oriented environment.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking a Senior Fabrication Technician to join our team in Tampa, FL. In this role, you will be responsible for the precision fabrication of optical glass components, including prisms and other precision optical elements. This role performs skilled fabrication operations using specialized equipment, tooling, and measurement techniques to meet demanding dimensional and optical requirements. The Senior Fabrication Technician also provides technical support in troubleshooting and process improvement and shares fabrication knowledge and best practices with less experienced team members.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

Precision Optical Fabrication

• Fabricate precision optical glass components, including prisms and other optical elements, in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications, travelers, and work instructions.
• Set up and operate fabrication equipment used to cut, shape, grind, lap, and otherwise process optical glass while maintaining required tolerances.
• Select and properly use tooling, fixtures, abrasives, and fabrication techniques appropriate to component and process requirements.

Process Control & Documentation

• Perform required in‑process checks and measurements to confirm work remains within established specifications and process requirements.
• Identify fabrication issues or process deviations and elevate concerns through the appropriate Manufacturing, Engineering, or Quality channels.
• Accurately complete production records, travelers, and other required manufacturing documentation to maintain traceability.

Technical & Process Support

• Troubleshoot fabrication and equipment issues and collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and other functions as needed to resolve manufacturing challenges.
• Support prototype, development, and production activities, including the introduction and refinement of fabrication processes for new and existing products.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts focused on fabrication efficiency, yield, safety, repeatability, and process consistency.

Team & Operational Support

• Provide technical guidance and hands‑on support to less experienced fabrication technicians, sharing fabrication techniques and best practices.
• Support training and cross‑training activities to strengthen fabrication capability and flexibility across the team.
• Maintain equipment, tooling, and work areas in accordance with established safety, maintenance, and housekeeping requirements.

WHAT YOU BRING

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or vocational training in optics, machining, precision manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
• 5 years of experience in precision fabrication, optical manufacturing, machining, or a similar manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, tolerances, and manufacturing documentation.
• Experience setting up and operating precision fabrication equipment such as saws, mills, grinders, lapping equipment, or similar machinery.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments and tools used to monitor fabrication processes and dimensional requirements.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, hand/eye coordination, and ability to work safely with small, delicate, and high‑value components.
• Strong attention to detail with demonstrated ability to consistently perform work to tight tolerances and established specifications.
• Ability to troubleshoot fabrication and equipment issues and collaborate effectively with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and other functions.
• Ability to provide technical guidance, training, and knowledge sharing to less experienced team members.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience fabricating optical glass, prisms, or other precision optical components strongly preferred.

G&H Benefits Include

• Competitive compensation package
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development and career growth opportunities

Notes: This job description is not intended to be exhaustive in every respect, but rather to clearly define the fundamental purpose, responsibilities, and dimensions of the role. Employees are expected to undertake all other reasonable and related tasks allocated by their manager.

US Applicants: 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, G&H must assess whether candidates are “U.S. persons” as defined under applicable regulations. 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 may result in our inability to consider you further for this position.

The Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities 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 applicable law.