System Test Technician III

Jenoptik Group; Florida; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Jenoptik in Jupiter, FL is seeking a System Test Technician III to lead opto-mechanical test activities for lens assemblies and prototypes. You will use advanced test equipment, document results, and update related procedures while serving as the main contact for new assemblies.

Candidates should have 6+ years in optical testing, expertise in MTF and wavefront testing, and hands-on experience with microscopes, power meters, spectrophotometers, and alignment telescopes.

Qualifications

• More than 6 years’ experience testing optical components and systems.
• Advanced knowledge of MTF testing of precision optical assemblies.
• Advanced knowledge of wavefront testing of optical assemblies and components.
• Advanced knowledge of microscopes, power meters, spectrophotometers, and alignment telescopes.
• Advanced understanding of mechanical and optical drawings.
• Experience in ESD and cleanroom environments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Able to use specialty software in a lab environment.
• US Citizenship or Qualified U.S. Worker.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, align, and validate custom test fixtures.
• Assemble, align, and test opto-mechanical systems using interferometers and test equipment.
• Document all necessary test results following Good Documentation Practices.
• Edit system test work instructions, procedures, and compliance test documents.
• Provide summary reports of test results and project status to program managers and teams.
• Proficiency in reading and understanding Mechanical and Optical Drawings.
• Take on an expanded role in training and development of other technicians.
• Provide updates and data with customers when applicable.
• Interact with vendors for equipment support and troubleshooting.
• Support and maintain compliance to ISO certifications.

Skills

Optical testing

MTF testing

Wavefront testing

Microscopes

Power meters

Spectrophotometers

Alignment telescopes

Mechanical drawings

ESD/cleanroom

MS Office

Lab software

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

AA/AS or College Degree

Tools

MS Office

Lab software

Job description

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Job ID: 5294

Location: Jupiter, FL, US

Date: Oct 17, 2026

SUMMARY:

The role of System Test Technician III is to utilize advanced opto-mechanical skills and on-the-job training to test various lens assemblies and report test results to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager, make updates to the related work and procedures, when necessary, as well as be the main point of contact for new assemblies and prototypes. Furthermore, it is the responsibility of the technician to uphold our testing standards to that which matches Jenoptik's Quality Policy.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES (INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO):

• Assemble, align, and validate custom test fixtures.
• Assemble, align, and test opto-mechanical systems using interferometers, MTF benches, wavefront sensors, cameras, alignment telescopes, and other specialized test equipment.
• Document all necessary test results following Good Documentation Practices.
• Edit system test work instructions, procedures, and compliance test documents.
• Provide summary reports of test results and project status to program managers as well as Engineering and Operations teams.
• Proficiency in reading and understanding Mechanical and Optical Drawings
• Understand and follow document control within our Quality System
• Take on an expanded role in the training and development of other technicians.
• Share updates and data with customers when applicable.
• Interact with vendors for equipment support and troubleshooting.
• Provide management with feedback and recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Provide assistance to the assembly and engineering departments for troubleshooting new assemblies.
• Provide assistance during the testing of new assemblies and prototypes.
• Help maintain all lab areas with emphasis on safety and 5S and LEAN initiatives.
• Support and maintain compliance to ISO certifications.
• Accurately log time against work orders.
• Follow company procedures and policies.

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Performs all other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Degree/GED is required; AA/AS or college degree is desired.
• More than 6 years' experience testing optical components and systems.
• Advanced knowledge of MTF testing of precision optical assemblies.
• Advanced knowledge of wavefront testing of optical assemblies and components.
• Advanced knowledge of microscopes, power meters, spectrophotometers, and alignment telescopes.
• Advanced understanding of mechanical and optical drawings.

• Experience working in ESD and cleanroom environments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Able to use specialty software in a lab environment.
• A Standard Vision Test is required (Annually).
• Good interpersonal and communications skills.
• Ability to work with all team members in the department and the company word wide
• US Citizenship or Qualified U.S. Worker

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use of hands or fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls and keyboarding; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk and hear.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

About Jenoptik

With its Strategic Business Unit (SBU) Semiconductor & Advanced Manufacturing, Jenoptik is a global OEM and machine supplier of solutions powered by photonics. Our engineering expertise excels across a broad portfolio in the fields of optic, micro-optics and precision components for the semiconductor equipment industry. Moreover, the SBU addresses the megatrend of digitalization with solutions for optical information and communications technology as well as laser material processing.