Electrical Test & Quality Technician

Location: Longmont, CO (onsite)

Experience: 3 years of experience in electronics testing or assembly.

Minimum Education: H.S. Diploma or GED required; Associate Degree or Technical Certification is a plus.

Compensation: $30-$45/hour depending on experience.

Who We Are

nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is one of the nation’s leading developers of Directed Energy systems, which is a top modernization priority of the Department of Defense. Our High Energy Laser (HEL) systems, Adaptive Optical (AO) systems, and Acquisition / Pointing / Tracking (APT) solutions are designed to overcome the most difficult challenges facing the deployment of high energy laser solutions to the United States military and our allies. Located in Longmont, Colorado, nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is a vertically integrated business that leverages internal capabilities – from semiconductor device through target identification – to develop systems that are both high-performance and cost-effective. We continue to invest in capabilities, facilities and technology to bring leading edge HEL solutions to the warfighter. This is a great opportunity to work at a company that is on the leading edge of the HEL industry and provides a culture of excellence and commitment to delivering solutions to the warfighter and our country.

Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR).

Summary

The Electrical Test & Quality Technician will support the Electrical Engineering team by performing cable and PCB testing, inspection, and assembly.

This role ensures compliance with IPC, J-STD, and MIL-STD requirements and contributes to the continuous improvement of our systems.

All applicants must possess or be qualified to obtain a U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance. Preference will be given to candidates with an existing U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance. Further information on requirements to obtain a security clearance is available at: https://www.dcsa.mil/mc/pv/mbi/gicp/. Please review this information before applying.

Responsibilities

• Conduct testing and inspection of copper/fiber cables and PCBs
• Assemble cables for lab setups and system integration
• Interpret schematics, block diagrams, and CAD drawings
• Collaborate with engineers to improve manufacturability and compliance
• Maintain lab equipment and calibration schedules
  
  

Required Experience / Capability

• Commitment to Excellence. Attention to Detail. Pride in Workmanship.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in electronics testing or assembly
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
  
  

Preferred Certifications

• IPC/WHMA-A-620
• IPC-A-610, IPC-A-600, J-STD-001
• Familiarity with MIL-STD specifications
• Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher), ASQ Certified Quality Technician (CQT)
  
  

Benefits Summary

• 4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
• 11 paid Holidays
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Health (ACA Gold Plan), Vision and Dental Care paid by employer 100% for Employee and 75% for Dependents
• Paid Family Leave, Short and Long Term Disability paid by employer 100%
• Competitive 401k with company match and immediate vesting
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at HR@nlightdefense.com.