Prototype Assembly Technician

Summary:

• We are looking for a Prototype Assembly Technician specializing in optical system assembly and custom tool operation. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in opto-mechanical and electrical assembly techniques (soldering, lamination, machining) and has a good attention to organization and cleanliness. The ideal candidate should be extremely motivated and able to work independently and with ambiguity. Experience in optical, mechanical and electrical testing is a plus.

Responsibilities:

• Lamination and processing of optical assemblies for prototypes
• Hands on active alignment of optical modules used in AR devices
• Careful hand assembly work and part processing
• Rework of prototypes and components, both mechanically and electrically
• Operating custom calibration and assembly equipment
• Writing documentation and reports relating to assembly practices and opto-mechanical test data

Minimum Qualifications:

• Mechanical background and aptitude
• 5 years of experience in a related technical field
• BS in ME, optics or related technical field
• Experience in R&D lab for product development
• Rapid prototyping (multi-disciplinary collection of skills)
• Laser safety experience
• Calibration experience (camera-based sensors)
• Experience authoring SOPs for assembly and test

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with clean room procedures and equipment
• Optical metrology experience
• Prior work in AR/VR or optical consumer products

Must-Have Skills:

• Read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings and mechanical models
• Clear and concise documentation of assembly and test procedures and reports
• Familiarity with safely operating lasers (up to Class 3B/3R)

Nice-to-have Skills:

• NX
• Vendor interactions - explore new sources of tools, processes, and materials
• Python, C

Years of overall experience required:

• 5-10