Manufacturing Technician III - Laser Assembly

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Advanced Laser Systems Technology (ALST) has an immediate opening for a Manufacturing Technician III - 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.

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Technician III – Laser Assembly performs most laser build sequences independently and serves as a technical resource within the manufacturing area. This role can troubleshoot production issues, identify probable root causes, and implement corrective actions within established processes. The Laser Assembly Technician Level III 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 that are moderately difficult, guided by defined and documented processes. May be expected to adapt solutions to other problems for related situations. Encounters problems which are varied but generally similar. Requires some fact finding in order to fully understand the issue and consider the most appropriate response. Impact varies between immediate and short term (less than one year). Scope of impact typically at the department or team level; wider impact in customer facing roles. Financial accountability typically confined to awareness and management of cost in relation to own work.

Collaboration & Interaction

Normally receives little instruction on daily work, general instructions on newly introduced assignments. Accountable for quality and timeliness of own deliverables. May be responsible for up-skilling new team members. Conveys and exchanges basic technical or information with colleagues/clients/customers ; audience is typically knowledgeable about the subject matter.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform the majority of laser assembly, alignment, integration, and test operations independently.
• Troubleshoot assembly and performance issues during production builds.
• Execute optical, electrical, and mechanical rework activities.
• Support yield improvement and process optimization initiatives.
• Assist in training and mentoring lower-level technicians.
• Recommend process improvements to improve quality and throughput.
• Complete optical bonding, cleaning, inspection, and documentation activities.
• Follow established work instructions and manufacturing processes and make recommendations for improvement.
• Identify defects or abnormalities and escalate issues appropriately.
• Support production throughput and quality objectives.
• Follow appropriate laser safety and laser cleanliness procedures/practices
• Maintain cleanroom and safety compliance requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Technical Expectations

• Able to perform most laser build sequences with minimal supervision.
• Capable of troubleshooting and resolving common manufacturing issues.
• Understands subsystem interactions and impacts on overall laser performance.
• Able to perform disassembly and reassembly activities with minimal guidance.
• Assists engineering in failure investigations and process improvements.
• Functions independently on standard production builds.
• Ability to produce work that meets quality requirements

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.
• 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

• HS Diploma and a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience; or Associate’s degree and 3+ years of relevant work experience
• 4+ years’ experience reading and executing optical / laser system test procedures, operating instructions, drawings, schematics and specifications
• 2+ years’ experience with electrical/electronic troubleshooting

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.