About The Opportunity
Join world-class experts in finding answers to our customers' most challenging questions as a Systems Technician. Ocean Optics is seeking a Systems Technician to work closely with a small engineering group in a fast-paced production environment to assist in the manufacture and test of precision optical metrology systems. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, organized, and electrically/mechanically inclined individual with a technical background that is eager to help streamline the production process of custom electro-optical instrumentation.
The Systems Technician will be responsible for the build, test, and debug processes of production systems, and deliver critical testing support during the product development stage. In addition, the Engineering Technician will provide technical support to the engineering team and perform assembly tasks of electrical, mechanical, and optical components for production systems and calibration test fixtures.
About The Candidate

• The primary responsibility for the role is performing daily production build, test, and debug activities
• Work closely with the Engineering Team during development of build and test methods for new products
• Manufacture, test and install custom wire harnesses / cable assemblies according to production specifications
• Interpret electrical schematics and production blueprints
• Follow work instructions, work independently, and perform technical tasks that may span wide range of disciplines (electrical, mechanical, optical, hardware assembly, software etc...)
• Provide equipment functionality and capability reports throughout the production and test stages
• Maintain tools and test equipment properly and ensure they are calibrated
• Perform critical quality control checks, and work to streamline analysis and reporting in an organized manner
• Work closely with the Engineering Team during development of build and test methods for new products
• Interpret electrical schematics and production blueprints

The ideal candidate will have a background which includes:

• Vocational or Associate's degree in related technical field or 2 years equivalent hands-on experience in manufacturing environment
• Strong computer skills and ability to operate electrical equipment
• Strong soldering skills and cable assembly experience
• Knowledge of electronics, mechanics, optical or imaging systems
• Ability to follow work instructions for manufacture and test with a high attention to detail, and ability to meticulously and precisely perform required tasks
• Superior diagnostic, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Strong analytical capability and experience, familiar with statistical analysis tools and experience post-processing data from measurements a plus
• Flexibility with other tasks

About The Company
Ocean Optics is an Applied Spectral Knowledge company and a leading provider of optical solutions for researchers and industries, utilizing spectral measurements to expand scientific discovery, reduce waste, and improve quality of life. We combine savvy system design, integration capabilities, and application knowledge to help people solve problems using light measurement.
With more than 200 employees worldwide throughout the US, EMEA and APAC, we leverage the wealth of knowledge from a diverse and multidisciplinary team that drives our growth and high performance. Ocean Optics is a subsidiary of Halma plc, an international market leader in safety, health, and environmental technology.
About The Perks
Ocean Optics offers a comprehensive compensation package and health and wellness benefits. Also, as a member of the Halma Group of companies (www.halma.com), our employees enjoy excellent career development, networking, and advancement worldwide.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ocean Optics is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regards to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)