Senior Optical Fabrication Lead - 2nd Shift (Train on 1st)

Leonardo DRS; Melbourne, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company contribution

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Leonardo DRS, Inc. in Melbourne, FL is seeking a Senior Optical Fabrication Technician on 2nd shift with training on the 1st shift. The role involves supporting engineers, fabricating optical lenses and components from drawings, and ensuring quality and process improvements.

The candidate will program CNC equipment, perform inspections, and coordinate with other departments to maintain workflow. Must have 5+ years in optics, associate degree in a technical field, and active security eligibility.

Qualifications

• Requires an associate’s degree in a technical discipline and 5+ years of experience.
• Strong decision-making and leadership skills.
• Experienced handling small delicate optical components.
• Experienced in the safe handling of chemicals.
• Experienced in the use of various computer applications, including MS Office products.
• Experience with MRP a plus.
• Must have good mechanical skills.
• Must have good hand-eye coordination.
• Must have advanced understanding of optical CNC machining practices.
• Must have experience using mechanical metrology equipment.
• Must understand fundamental optics principles and be capable of inspecting and identifying surface quality defects of optics.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning, safe handling, and surface quality inspection of optical components.
• Follow written process documentation as required.
• Program and complete setup of optical CNC equipment to fabricate various optical materials (CNC Grinders, Polishers, Core drills, and Diamond Turning Lathes).
• Perform mechanical and optical inspection of optics to verify adherence to print specifications.
• Maintain and enter inspection data into electronic database.
• Capable of performing related manufacturing processes.
• Ability to train new technicians in fabrication and inspection processes.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory requirements applicable to the company in accordance with State and Federal regulations and any applicable certification required to maintain the certification.
• Interface with other departments to ensure efficient flow of information and materials.
• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshooting optical fabrication equipment.
• Daily validation of calibrated tools and shelf-life materials.
• Analyze inspection results and metrology data and provide in-depth feedback to engineering or production supervisors.
• Recognize process deviations & aide in identifying root cause & corrective actions.
• Support Engineer staff to develop new processes and continued process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Decision Making

Hand-Eye Coordination

CNC Machining

Metrology

Chemicals Handling

MS Office

MRP System

Education

Associate degree in a technical discipline

Tools

MS Office

MRP System

Job description

Leonardo DRS, Inc. in Melbourne, FL is seeking a Senior Optical Fabrication Technician on 2nd shift with training on the 1st shift. The role involves supporting engineers, fabricating optical lenses and components from drawings, and ensuring quality and process improvements.

The candidate will program CNC equipment, perform inspections, and coordinate with other departments to maintain workflow. Must have 5+ years in optics, associate degree in a technical field, and active security eligibility.