Senior Laser Systems Technician (Mid-IR Optics)

Leonardo DRS; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 95,103,000 - 136,016,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

9/80 schedule

Job summary

Leonardo DRS in San Diego, CA is seeking a Laser Technician to handle material preparation, electro-optical mechanical assembly, laser alignment, test and calibration in a fast-paced engineering environment.

The role requires an Associate’s degree or equivalent plus 5 years of related experience and offers comprehensive benefits, a 9/80 schedule, and opportunities for professional development. You will support engineers and contribute to high-precision laser systems.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education and 5 years' related experience.
• Competent technical expertise

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to engineers and scientists on complex components, devices, material, products, processes and/or equipment
• Responsible for testing, modifying, reworking, and repairing electronic, optical, and mechanical assemblies
• Work from complex engineering specifications and sketches
• Build and test prototype assemblies and production units
• Use judgment to bring unit within quality control specifications
• Test, inspect, and repair electronic, optical, or mechanical assemblies
• Work under minimal supervision and may provide guidance to other technicians
• Interpret and follow written documents such as SOPs and safety rules

Skills

Technical expertise

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Leonardo DRS in San Diego, CA is seeking a Laser Technician to handle material preparation, electro-optical mechanical assembly, laser alignment, test and calibration in a fast-paced engineering environment.

The role requires an Associate’s degree or equivalent plus 5 years of related experience and offers comprehensive benefits, a 9/80 schedule, and opportunities for professional development. You will support engineers and contribute to high-precision laser systems.