Senior Optical Fabrication Technician - 2nd shift (training on 1st)

About the role

The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Melbourne, FL, and other sites. EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles, and airborne platforms.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to engineers and scientists on standard components, devices, material, products, processes and/or equipment.
• Work from optical drawings, operation sheets, and engineering specifications.
• Interpret and follow written documents such as SOPs and safety rules.
• Clean, safe handle, and surface quality inspect 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, & 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.
• Able 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 troubleshoot optical fabrication equipment.
• Daily validate 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.

Qualifications

• Requires an associate’s degree in a technical discipline with 5+ years of experience (or equivalent experience in the field or a related area).
• Must demonstrate 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 (micrometers, calipers, drop gages, gage blocks, dial indicators, etc.).
• Must understand fundamental optics principles and be capable of inspecting and identifying surface quality defects of optics.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We also offer wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being, and support career growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. Flexible work schedules, vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours are available.