Technician II Optical Fabrication (weekend 1st shift)

Job ID: 109012

The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA. EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborne platforms. We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance.

Employing the world’s brightest. Supporting the world’s bravest.

Job Summary

Job Responsibilities

Provide technical support to engineers and scientist on moderately complex components, devices, material, products, processes and/or equipment

Responsible for testing, modifying, reworking, and repairing electronic, optical and mechanical assemblies

Work from moderately complex wiring and assembly drawings, operation sheets, engineering specifications and sketches

Design and test prototype assemblies and production units

Use judgment in re-working or re-wiring to bring unit within quality control specifications

Test, inspect, and repair electronic, optical or mechanical assemblies

Work under minimal supervision and may provide guidance to other technicians

Capable of performing related manufacturing processes

Interpret and follow written documents such as SOPs and safety rules

Ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory requirements applicable to the company in accordance with State and Federal regulations and any applicable certification required to maintain the certification

May assist in training new team members

Interface with other departments to assure efficient flow of information and materials

Perform Key Performance Indicators:

Meet production deadlines

Quality of finished product (Pass/fail rates)

Raw material stock levels

Compliance outcomes

Ability to coordinate several activities at the same time, and to reprioritize in response to changing operational conditions

Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

Understand a complex system with a laser path containing optics, mirrors, and beam splitters

Experience with energy detectors, beam analyzers, oscilloscopes and autocollimators

Should understand fundamental optics principles and is capable of inspecting for surface quality defects of optics

Job Responsibilities Part II

Qualifications

Requires an associate’s degree in a technical discipline or equivalent experience in the field or in a related area

Must demonstrate strong decision-making and leadership skills

Experienced handling small delicate components, using ESD practices

Soldering and wirebonding experience a plus

Must be experienced in the safe handling of chemicals

Experienced in the use of various computer applications, including Access, Excel, and Labview

Experience with MRP a plus

Must have good mechanical skills

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.