Job Title:  Optical Assembler

As an Optical Assembler you will be responsible for a variety of technical functions related to the calibration, alignment, fabrication, assembly and modification of optical assemblies in accordance with established practices, procedures and product/process documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clean and inspect optical components with clear apertures and mounts using MIL specifications
• Assemble and bond optical doublets and triplets using optical-grade adhesives according to procedure
• Clean and inspect optics post-alignment/assembly
• Assemble and bond lens elements within mounts and barrels according to procedure
• Complete and charge time to work orders and maintain job specific paperwork throughout the process
• Support calibration activities in all functional areas of optical testing department
• Maintain testing and calibration records in accordance with good manufacturing practices (GMP) and ISO requirements
• Provide rapid turn-around support as requested for OEM test work
• Assist in writing procedures for test methods
• Perform visual inspections of optics for defects related to fabrication
• Perform optical tests, including interferometric tests, to determine compliance to specifications
• Approve incoming materials by confirming specifications; conducting visual and measurement tests; rejecting and returning unacceptable materials
• Approve in-process production by confirming specifications; conducting visual and measurement tests; communicating required adjustments to production supervisor
• Approve finished products by confirming specifications; conducting visual and measurement tests; returning products for re-work; confirming re-work
• Document inspection results by completing reports and logs; summarizing re-work and waste; inputting data into quality database
• Use a variety of precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, vernier calipers, test sets, and gauging equipment
• Assist with devising dimensional gauging set-ups, perform part layout inspection and establishing part inspection procedures
• Assemble and deburr items in functional area or other departments as needed
• Tag and ship completed work orders
• Interface with Product Support Engineer to resolve quality issues
• Handle layouts for acceptable standards of machine ability and conformance to blueprints and engineering specifications
• Follow and enforce clean room protocols
• Maintain assembly tools and area in accordance with manufacturing practices

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of optical elements, and optical test set ups
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience using interferometers, reflectometers, various gauges, and instruments
• Strong attention to detail

Bring your passion and commitment to Navitar, where we are curious, collaborative, persistent, and confident, where safety and quality guide every step of our journey. Grow with us as we solve complex challenges, inspire confidence, and drive excellence in manufacturing.

Are you ready to expand the boundaries of possibility, simplify the complex, and embody the values that define our success? We welcome your unique perspective and invite you to join us!

Due to the nature of Navitar’s programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the US and additionally must be legally authorized to access export-controlled information and source code.

Requirements:

• Working knowledge of optics, optical elements, and optical test set ups
• Experience using interferometers, reflectometers, various gauges, and instruments
• Knowledge of good manufacturing practices (GMP), ISO, Bills of Material, opto-mechanical principles, and the handling, cleaning and inspection of optical components
• Use of shop mathematics, clear understanding of drawings and specifications, knowledgeable in machining and can demonstrate the use and results from measuring devices
• Basic knowledge of machine shop equipment such as conventional mills and lathes
• Good manual dexterity and visual acuity – 20/20 vision or corrected vision
• Ability to read and write English
• Basic computer and math skills
• Self-starter capable of working with very little direction.
• Ability to contribute as an individual and as a team member
• Ability to follow directions and procedures
• Good communication and time management skills
• Analytical troubleshooting / problem solving / decision making
• Must be available and flexible to work overtime when needed, including weekends
• Extreme attention to detail
• Optical manufacturing experience a plus
• Moderate physical exertion
• ERP system experience