Optical/Laser Assembly Technician

Founded in 1918, Kearfott Corporation is a global Aerospace and Defense supplier with over a century of expertise in precision motion control products and inertial navigation components. As a leader in design and manufacturing, Kearfott is trusted worldwide for quality, reliability, and cutting-edge technology in sea, land, air, and space navigation and guidance.

About the role

As an Optical/Laser Assembly Technician, you will work under moderate supervision to produce optical assemblies, performing tasks such as optical alignment, assembly, and testing as outlined in documentation and work instructions. You will also conduct test procedures and evaluations with or without instruction.

Responsibilities

• Interprets operation sheets, drawings, diagrams, schematics, blueprints, and written instructions.
• Inspects in-process assemblies as part of methods of operations.
• Analyzes data with specifications through data logs and work instruction sheets.
• Cleans hardware of various materials using a multitude of solvents.
• Works under microscopes for extended periods to assemble, align, rework, repair, wire, test, and calibrate optical products and components.
• Maintains logbooks, tolerance sheets, shop orders, and other required documentation.
• Actively communicates with engineers, managers, and other technicians on process statuses, issues, and suggestions.
• Performs other tasks directed by Management to satisfy company objectives.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate degree preferred.
• 2-5 years of experience with optical/laser precision parts assembly methods.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be able to lift 30 lbs. and up to 5 lbs. for extended periods of time.
• Knowledge of parts inspection.

Skills

• Working knowledge of hand tools, microscopes, oscilloscopes, vision systems, vacuum systems, assembly equipment, electronic equipment, and processing equipment.
• Capable of working independently and within a cross-functional team of engineers and technicians on both production and R&D.
• Detail-oriented with experience working with tight tolerance hardware.
• Hands-on experience with one of the following: lasers, mirrors/lenses/prisms, optical metrology, optical or electronics assembly, optical alignment, inertial navigation systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working with SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures).
• Previous experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment preferred.
• Previous experience in ISO9001/AS9100 certified manufacturing facilities preferred.
• Previous experience working in cleanrooms (ISO Class 4 through Class 7) preferred.

Pay

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New Jersey is $25.00 - $38.00 hourly. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal consistency.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Tuition assistance.
• Paid vacation and sick days.
• Paid holidays.
• 9/80 work week with every other Friday off.
• Monthly employee events celebrating workplace culture.