Fiber Optics Technician - Aerospace

Job Description

Job Description

Fiber Optics Technician

Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Compensation: $30- $38 per hr DOE + Benefits, Bonus, and Growth Opportunities!
Industry: Aerospace | Engineering | Testing & Manufacturing

Position Summary

BBSI has partnered with a well-established engineering, manufacturing, and testing organization supporting the aerospace, defense, subsea, and advanced technology industries. We are seeking a hands-on Fiber Optics Technician to support the assembly, termination, splicing, testing, inspection, and troubleshooting of fiber optic components and systems.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented technician who enjoys precision work and wants to expand their technical knowledge while working alongside experienced engineers in a highly specialized environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble, terminate, splice, inspect, and test fiber optic cables and components.
• Perform fusion and mechanical splicing of single-mode and multimode fiber.
• Prepare fibers through stripping, cleaning, cleaving, polishing, and connectorization.
• Perform optical testing using equipment such as optical power meters, light sources, OTDRs, microscopes, and related test instruments .
• Inspect fiber ends, connectors, splices, and assemblies for workmanship and performance.
• Measure and document insertion loss, continuity, signal integrity, and other test results.
• Troubleshoot damaged fibers, poor connections, excessive loss, and other performance issues.
• Read and follow engineering drawings, schematics, work instructions, test procedures, and technical specifications.
• Support prototype builds, engineering projects, testing, and specialized customer requirements.
• Maintain accurate test records, travelers, inspection documentation, and traceability.
• Maintain fiber optic tools and test equipment and ensure equipment is properly handled and calibrated.
• Follow established quality, safety, cleanliness, and contamination-control procedures.
• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Testing teams.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on fiber optic, photonics, electro-optical, aerospace, electronics, or related technical experience preferred.
• Experience with fiber preparation, termination, splicing, connectorization, and testing .
• Hands-on experience with fusion splicing equipment strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with OTDRs, optical power meters, light sources, microscopes, or similar test equipment.
• Understanding of single-mode and multimode fiber and basic optical principles.
• Ability to perform detailed, precision work with small and delicate components.
• Ability to read technical drawings, procedures, and specifications.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and documentation.
• Experience working in an aerospace, defense, engineering, laboratory, cleanroom, or precision manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Fiber optic certification such as CFOT or equivalent is a plus but not required.

Benefits

The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Time
• Employee Bonus Program
• Flexible Start Time
• Professional growth and development opportunities

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is mechanically and technically inclined, enjoys precision hands-on work, and takes pride in producing accurate, high-quality results. We are especially interested in candidates who have experience in fiber optics, photonics, aerospace testing, electro-optical assembly, precision manufacturing, or laboratory environments and are interested in continuing to expand their technical capabilities.

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Company Description

BBSI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.\r\nCalifornia applicants: to see how we protect your data, visit our website at