Sr. Manufacturing Technician IV - Laser Assembly

Intelligent Manufacturing Solutions; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Laser Systems Technology (ALST) in Orlando, FL, seeks a Sr. Manufacturing Technician IV – Laser Assembly to independently build laser systems from start to finish and lead complex troubleshooting in a high-precision environment.

The role focuses on laser transmitter manufacturing within a cleanroom, mentoring junior technicians, and partnering with engineering on process improvements while maintaining meticulous documentation and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree and 8+ years of relevant experience.
• 6+ years reading/executing optical/laser test procedures, drawings, and specs.
• U.S. Citizen or U.S. Person required per ITAR.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, align, test, and qualify laser systems from start to finish.
• Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis of optical, electrical, and mechanical failures.
• Mentor and train lower-level technicians in assembly and troubleshooting techniques.
• Support engineering with process development, qualification and continuous improvement.
• Maintain detailed records of assembly, tests, troubleshooting, and solutions.
• Follow laser safety and laser cleanliness procedures in a cleanroom.

Skills

Laser assembly

Troubleshooting

Mentoring

Education

Associate’s degree in technical field

Tools

Optical test equipment

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Description

Advanced Laser Systems Technology (ALST) has an immediate opening for a Sr. Manufacturing Technician IV - Laser Assembly. ALST is located in Orlando, Florida and is part of Intelligent Manufacturing Solutions (IMS) which is headquartered in Londonderry, NH. ALST is an established leader in Electro-Optical laser systems for military defense applications domestically and internationally. As a trailblazer in designing and developing highly engineered, innovative solutions, ALST is world renowned for its expertise in the areas of laser range finders and laser designators and our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. We offer an alternative work schedule and the opportunity to work with a talented and diverse group of professionals.

Requirements

Job Summary

The Sr. Manufacturing Technician IV – Laser Assembly is the subject matter expert for laser assembly operations and is capable of building laser systems from start to finish independently. This role leads troubleshooting efforts, supports manufacturing process improvements, and serves as a primary technical resource for complex production challenges. The Sr. Laser Assembly Technician IV will focus on Laser Transmitter manufacturing and works within a cleanroom environment performing day-to-day operational needs of the business.

Complexity & Problem Solving

Works on assignments requiring judgment and initiative. Understands implications of work and makes recommendations for solutions. Encounters problems which are varied and non-routine. Requires basic problem-solving techniques to clearly identify and resolve problems. Impact is longer short term. Scope of impact will be at the department and/or team level. Work may also impact related activities outside of own work team and/or department. Financial accountability typical confined to proactive management of cost within the project/team.

Collaboration & Interaction

Determines methods and procedures on new assignments. May be informal team leader via coaching / mentoring more junior employees without direct supervisory responsibilities. Interprets or explains data or information to deliver messages; audience may not be knowledgeable about the subject matter.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently assemble, integrate, align, test, and qualify laser systems from start to finish.
• Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis of complex optical, electrical, and mechanical failures.
• Perform advanced rework, repair, disassembly, and reassembly of laser systems.
• Execute environmental screening, operating thermal chambers, running tests scripts, and analyzing performance data to validate system integrity
• Mentor and train lower-level technician in assembly and troubleshooting techniques.
• Support engineering with process development, qualification, and continuous improvement activities.
• Drive improvements in manufacturing yield, cycle time, and product quality.
• Ensure meticulous documentation, maintaining detailed records of assembly, maintenance, test results, troubleshooting efforts and implemented solutions
• Serve as the primary technical resource for production issues.
• Complete optical bonding, cleaning, inspection, and documentation activities.
• Identify defects or abnormalities and escalated issues appropriately.
• Lead production throughput and quality objectives.
• Follows appropriate laser safety and laser cleanliness procedures/practices
• Maintain cleanroom and safety compliance requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Technical Expectations

• Capable of building a complete laser system from start to finish without assistance.
• Proficient in troubleshooting, diagnosing, and correcting laser performance issues.
• Able to disassemble and reassemble laser systems with minimal to no damage to components.
• Demonstrates expert-level understanding of optical, electrical, mechanical, and system-level interactions.
• Independently determines corrective actions and recommends process improvements.
• Recognized as a technical leader and subject matter expert within the manufacturing organization.

Required Capabilities

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Person as defined by ITAR due to government contract requirements.
• Manufacturing experience in a fast paced, highly technical environment
• Possess the ability to follow manufacturing process plans, make continuous improvement suggestions, work with minimal supervision, show attention to detail, be able to multitask, be a self-starter, and have the ability to prioritize work
• Possess problem-solving skills, with the ability to think creatively, develop innovative solutions and work with minimal supervision.
• Proven ability to guide, direct and mentor other technicians.
• Able to work additional hours evenings and / or weekends to meet customer commitments and company objectives
• Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 30lbs.

Education / Experience

• Associate’s degree and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience or equivalent combination of experience and education
• 6+ years’ experience reading and executing optical / laser system test procedures, operating instructions, drawings, schematics and specifications
• 6+ years’ experience with electrical/electronic troubleshooting
• 4+ years’ experience with lean manufacturing

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.