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Our client is seeking an experienced Solid-State Laser Systems Technician to support the hands-on assembly, integration, alignment, and testing of advanced solid-state laser systems in a research laboratory environment.
This role works closely with laser, mechanical, and electrical engineers to execute builds based on verbal direction, sketches, and evolving documentation, particularly during early-stage prototype development. As systems mature, the technician will also support formalized build and acceptance testing for deliverable hardware intended for operation in demanding environments.
The ideal candidate is a senior technician who is comfortable working in a research setting, can independently execute complex optical builds, and brings strong workmanship and lab discipline without owning the underlying laser architecture or design direction.
Key Responsibilities
- Independently assemble, integrate, and align solid-state laser systems and subsystems
- Build and align laser resonators, amplifiers, and non-linear frequency conversion modules
- Support integration of lasers into mechanically and environmentally robust packaged systems
- Execute optical alignment and troubleshooting with minimal supervision
- Support early-stage prototype builds where procedures and designs may evolve
- Perform performance characterization and diagnostic testing under engineering guidance
- Execute formal acceptance and qualification testing for deliverable systems
- Interpret verbal instructions, sketches, and partial documentation and translate them into high-quality hardware
- Identify workmanship issues, integration risks, or build-related improvements and communicate them to the technical team
- Accurately document configurations, alignment settings, and test results
- Maintain lab organization, tooling, and laser safety practices
- Serve as an experienced lab resource for best practices and informal mentoring
Requirements
- 5+ years of hands-on laboratory experience with solid-state laser systems or high-power optical assemblies
- Demonstrated experience supporting R&D or prototype laser development programs
- Strong background in optical alignment, resonator setup, and laser diagnostics
- Proven ability to execute complex builds based on verbal guidance and evolving requirements
- High attention to detail, workmanship, and documentation
Education
- Bachelor’s degree, Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent hands-on laboratory experience
- (Relevant experience is valued over formal degree.)
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with environmentally ruggedized or packaged laser systems
- Experience with non-linear optics and frequency conversion (e.g., SHG, OPO, OPA)
- Experience performing acceptance or qualification testing
- Experience working in small research teams or defense / government-funded programs
- Comfort serving as a “go-to” lab technician for complex optical builds
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