Technician IV - Optical

Operations Strategic Capabilities Unit

The Operations Strategic Capabilities Unit plays a fundamental role in enabling efficient business and program execution from strategic capital investments, industrial operations and an efficient supply chain, to state-of-the-art manufacturing and test operations and top-notch facilities management.

What You'll Do:

• Conduct inspection and cleaning of optical components, including:
• Optical inspection per company processes and commercial standards
• Scratch-dig measurements
• Abrasion / adhesion testing
• Basic dimensional measurements
• Vendor data package review
• Perform cleaning of optical components per company processes and commercial standards
• Measure and test optical components and assemblies using a variety of equipment, including:
• Interferometers
• Spectrophotometers
• Scatterometers
• Measuring microscopes
• Profilometers
• Process flight optics, including:
• Bonding optics into support structures using a variety of adhesive materials Laser Alignment Systems experience
• Supporting integration of optical components and subassemblies into payloads
• Integration of lenses into higher level assemblies using commercial lens alignment equipment
• Integrate other optical components into higher level assemblies
• Performing optical alignment of complex optical sensors
• Generate data packages and reports of completed measurements using Microsoft Office and other software tools.
• Input required information into electronic build records in accordance with company processes.
• Analyze data using basic math skills.
• Role tasks may include cleaning, parts/materials preparation, mechanical /electrical assembly, soldering, polymerics processing, adhesive/bonding, masking, and paint operations.
• While executing manufacturing operations apply an advanced level of knowledge and skills in hardware assembly, troubleshooting and repair.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• High School diploma or equivalent plus 3 years of relevant experience
• Each higher-level related degree, i.e., Bachelor's or Master's, may substitute for two years of related experience. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• Experience inspecting and cleaning delicate optical components.
• Mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity for working with delicate optical and opto-mechanical hardware.
• Experience operating optical measurement equipment, including interferometers, spectrophotometers, profilometers, scatterometers, lens alignment equipment, and measuring microscopes.
• Hands-on experience in optical component characterization and integration for precision state-of the-art systems (such as Aerospace, lithography, science, or other high technology).
• Optical lab, optical assembly, optical test setup, and optical alignment aptitude and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret optical component and subassembly drawings and specifications.
• Experience working in cleanroom and laser environments.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow detailed processes and procedures with consistency and rigor.
• Solid collaboration skills and demonstrated ability to work with many different disciplines.
• Inquisitive self-starter, comfortable asking questions to ensure thorough understanding of assigned work prior to commencement of activities.
• Excellent communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of optics measurement technologies and techniques.
• Working knowledge and use of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to perform work at all BAE Systems' Colorado campuses (Boulder, Broomfield and Westminster) for extended periods is required.

A DoW Interim Secret clearance will be required to start work and required to be maintained to continue work. Higher level clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Optical bonding experience preferred.
• Knowledge of lean six-sigma (6S) techniques and processes preferred.
• Electronics aptitude preferred.
• Knowledge of optical engineering fundamentals preferred.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $66017 - $105628 Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a teammaking a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for government and commercial customers. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.