Laser Technician 1

Northrop Grumman

3.2

(26)

Saint Charles, MO

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    Position summary

    ulture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. An organization within Northrop Grumman's Payload and Ground Systems (PGS) division, Cutting Edge Optronics is a leading provider of high-power laser diode arrays, high power pump modules and diode-pumped solid-state (DPSS) lasers. We are a vertically integrated manufacturer capable of supplying unmounted diode bars, packaged laser diodes, DPSS modules, laser diode drivers and complete DPSS laser systems. Our diode laser-based products have become industry standards and are used in a wide variety of commercial and military applications.
    Learn more about Cutting Edge Optronics at our website:
    Job Duties:

    • Performs a variety of duties in the electronic, mechanical

    • electro-mechanical or optical areas as related to laser systems.

    • Establishes test setups, conducts testing and reports data in prescribed formats. Performs inspection, cleaning, bonding, and troubleshooting of laser optical components.

    • Assembles, aligns, troubleshoots, adjusts, tests, and maintains laser components, sub-assemblies, systems and associated support equipment.

    • Performs electronic fault analysis and repair as related to laser sub-system, system and drive electronics.

    • Follows appropriate laser safety and laser cleanliness procedures/practices.

    Basic Qualifications:

    • High school diploma or equivalent and 1 year of experience

    • Excellent fine motor skills.

    • Comfortable wearing full cleanroom attire and working under yellow lighting

    • Good oral communication and interpersonal skills.

    • Able to follow written operational procedures.

    • Willingness and capability to learn new tasks.

    • Ability to follow appropriate laser safety and laser cleanliness procedures/practices.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • 2-year technical associate's degree

    • Experience with Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

    • The ability to handle small, fragile materials using a vacuum wand or tweezer.

    • Six months to one year of relevant experience and/or training.

    *Salary Range: *$41,600 - $69,400
    The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
    Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
    The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

    Why you should apply for a job to Northrop Grumman:

  • 93% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Back-up Care Advantage offers employees a safety net for those days when regular care arrangements fall through.
  • Sitter City offers access to babysitters, dog walkers & caregivers who can assist with special needs, companion care, housekeeping & more.
  • We’ve partnered with College Coach, an organization that can assist employees and their families through important educational challenges.