Engineering Technician

Switch4 LLC

Chantilly, VA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, Assemblers Technology, Calibration, Cleanroom, Detail Oriented, Engineering Drawing, Fiber Optics, Integration Testing, Laboratory, Laboratory Systems, Machine Tool, Machining, Manufacturing Assembly, Organizational Skills, Photonics, Precision Testing, Quality Assurance, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Soldering, Technical Drawing, Technical Writing, Test Equipment, Top Secret Clearance, United States Department of Defense (DoD), Wire Bonding
LOCATION
Chantilly, VA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Role: Engineering Technician – Photonics & Precision Assembly
Location: Chantilly, VA
Type: Full-Time | Onsite

Job Summary
Our client, a leading aerospace and defense technology organization, is seeking an Engineering Technician to support photonics integration, precision assembly, and testing operations within advanced defense programs.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform fabrication, assembly, integration, testing, and inspection activities
  • Support optical fiber splicing, recoating, and photonic circuit assembly
  • Interpret engineering drawings, procedures, and technical documentation
  • Operate machining tools, test equipment, and laboratory systems
  • Support calibration, maintenance, and quality assurance activities
  • Maintain clean and organized laboratory and production workspaces

Requirements
  • Active TS/SCI with CI Poly Clearance
  • Experience in lab, manufacturing, assembly, or technical workshop environments
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings and procedures
  • Experience with machining equipment, soldering, or precision assembly
  • Strong attention to detail and technical aptitude

Preferred Skills
  • Photonics or fiber optics experience
  • Optical alignment and test experience
  • DoD laboratory/workshop environment experience
  • Wire bonding or photomasking familiarity

About the Company

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Switch4 LLC