Engineering Technician V – Optical Mechanical Technician (NWS 00933)

About the role

North Wind Services (NWS) is seeking an Engineering Technician V – Optical Mechanical Technician to support Optics Production at the National Ignition Facility (NIF) at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) in Livermore, CA. This position supports the NIF, the world's largest and most energetic laser facility.

Responsibilities

• Handling of large (to 18” square, and up to 50 lbs.) valuable laser optics for the NIF using mechanical lift or 2-person lifting techniques.
• Processing large optics, including hand cleaning, automated cleaning, coating and etching.
• Inspecting large optics.
• Mounting optics into mechanical hardware frames.
• Performing metrology on optics, including interferometry, ellipsometry, spectroscopy, imaging, and operating defect metrology tools.
• Working in a class 100 cleanroom.
• Using web-based data management systems to track work, record metrology data, and report problems.
• Following and adhering to written, operational, and safety procedures while completing job assignments.
• Supporting a 24/7 operation.
• Performing all assignments in accordance with ESH&Q, Security, and business practice requirements and policies.
• Working requirements may involve climbing ladders and stairs, lifting to 50 pounds, standing, or walking for significant periods of time.
• Shipping and receiving optics and other materials.

Requirements

Qualified applicants must be a US citizen, at least 18 years of age, and able to meet pre-employment requirements including any required physicals, drug screen, and/or background investigation to satisfy clearance requirements from the Department of Energy. Successful candidates will be employees of NWS supporting the missions of their federal client, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL).

Qualifications

• A.S., or equivalent experience, in Optical or Mechanical technologies.
• Experience with production technologies, including evaluating and testing processes.
• Demonstrated ability to work within deadlines to perform multiple tasks and communicate effectively with managers and customers.
• Experience with database, data manipulation skills, personal computers, and associated software.
• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and changing priorities.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills necessary to interact with a diverse group of personalities and disciplines.

Skills

The successful candidate must be able to work in a low-level radiologically contaminated, clean room environment and handle large, high-value optics and optical assemblies.

Benefits

North Wind Services offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave, and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people.

Pay

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Schedule

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