Kearfott Corporation

Overview

Kearfott Corporation, a leader in precision motion control products and inertial navigation components, is seeking an Optical/Laser Assembly Technician to produce optical assemblies under moderate supervision. The successful candidate will perform technical functions including optical alignment, assembly, and testing.

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 with a multitude of solvents.
• Works under microscopes for long periods of time to assemble, align, rework, repair, wire, test, and calibrate various 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 able to lift 30 lbs. and up to 5 lbs. for extended periods of time.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Knowledge of parts inspection.
• Previous experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment preferred.
• Previous experience working in ISO9001/AS9100 certified manufacturing facilities preferred.
• Previous experience working in cleanrooms (ISO Class 4 through Class 7) preferred.
• Has working knowledge of hand tools, microscopes, oscilloscopes, vision systems, vacuum systems, assembly equipment, electronic equipment, and processing equipment.
• Capable of working independently as well as within a cross-functional team of both engineers and technicians on both production and R&D.
• Detail-oriented and a demonstrated background working with tight tolerance hardware.
• Hands-on experience with lasers, mirrors/lenses/prisms, optical metrology, optical or electronics assembly, optical alignment, inertial navigation systems preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Experience working with SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) required.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO
• 401k

Additional Information

• In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New Jersey is $25.00 - $38.00 hourly.
• Paid vacation and sick days, paid holidays, and a 9/80 work week with every other Friday off.
• Monthly employee events that celebrate workplace culture.