Opto Technician

Opto Technician Alternate/Related Job Titles Opto-Mechanical TechnicianOptical Assembly TechnicianLaser Systems TechnicianElectro-Optical TechnicianOptics Manufacturing Technician Location Irvine, CA Onsite Flexibility Onsite Contract Details Position Type: ContractContract Duration: 5 monthsStart: As Soon As PossibleShift / Schedule: Monday to Friday 2:00 PM 10:30 PM (Training: 1st Shift 5:00 AM 1:30 PM)Pay Rate: $20/hr Job Summary The Opto Technician supports the advanced assembly and testing of optical systems used in lasers, laser radars, and electro-optical instruments. This role is responsible for assembling complex optical and mechanical components while ensuring system accuracy and performance through testing and alignment procedures. The technician will follow engineering drawings and documented procedures to build and test systems while contributing to production improvements and supporting cross-training within the team. Key Responsibilities Audit work order kits from the warehouse to confirm parts and part numbers.Prepare components for optical and mechanical subassemblies.Follow written procedures or engineering drawings developed by engineers.Suggest process improvements to help optimize production efficiency.Assemble and debug systems incorporating optical, mechanical, and electronic components.Test system assemblies through multiple production stages using laboratory instruments.Perform alignment, optimization, stability, and transmission testing.Utilize measurement tools such as interferometers and Zygo systems.Package completed assemblies following final testing.Participate in cross-training activities as a trainee and/or trainer. Required Experience 0 2 years of related experience for Level 1 roles.2 3 years of related experience for Level 2 roles.Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings.Experience entering data into spreadsheet templates. Nice-to-Have Experience Experience using optical measurement instruments such as interferometers or Zygo systems.Experience working with lasers, optical sensors, or electro-optical systems. Required Skills Optical and mechanical system assemblyAbility to read engineering drawingsMicrosoft Excel data entry Preferred Skills Optical measurement instruments (interferometer, Zygo)Optical alignment and testingElectro-mechanical system troubleshootingLaboratory testing equipment Additional Skills Subassembly preparation and component verificationMulti-stage system testing and debuggingOptical alignment and stability analysisProduction documentation and reportingCross-training and team collaborationEnglish communication (reading, writing, speaking) Benefits Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans401k Retirement Fund About GTT GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada. Job Number 26-02172 #gttic #gttjobs

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