Sr. R&D Engineering Technician

ENABLE your future through light.Excelitas is a global technology leader with more than 7500 employees focused on delivering market-driven solutions to fulfill the illumination optical detection and imaging needs of OEMs and end-users across the biomedical semiconductor industrial consumer products scientific security defense and aerospace sectors.ENGAGE with us today and make your contribution to the future Join the team that leading technology companies turn to for cutting-edge photonic innovation. At Excelitas Technologies you are how we EXCEL.Our facility in Billerica Massachusettsis located in the metropolitan Boston area and specializes in the designand manufacturing of advanced photonics products based on MEMS and other micro-scale optical devices. Our unique technology enables the highest system performance in the most compact and cost-effective formats in a variety of applications.This sites Optical Coherence Tomography OCT products are laser-based imaging tools that have transformed ophthalmic care and made notable impacts on patients in cardiology dermatology oncology gastroenterology and other medical specialties.We are presently seeking an Sr R&D Engineering Technician. This role serves as a key technical link between product development and manufacturing. The primary responsibility is to build test troubleshoot and run experiments on new optical and photonic products during development helping engineering teams evaluate performance resolve technical issues and refine designs. The role also supports the transfer of new products and processes into manufacturing by developing procedures creating work instructions training operators and ensuring assembly and test methods can be executed consistently in production. Success in this position helps accelerate product development improve manufacturability and ensure a smooth transition from R&D to high-volume manufacturing.Main responsibilities Test characterize and troubleshoot complex optical systemsDevelop and maintain work instructions procedures and test methodsHandle assemble and inspect small delicate components using microscopes and precision toolsSupport the transfer of product builds and assembly processes from R&D to productionTrain operators on assembly alignment testing and manufacturing procedures.Requirements{ Experience with lasers and photonic systems including an understanding of optical components such as fibers lenses polarizers isolators and waveplates with experience in fiber and optical component alignment optical testing and measurement techniquesHighly hands-on individual who enjoys working directly with optical hardware and test equipmentPreferred TraitsDetail-oriented with strong documentation skillsStrong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilitiesMechanical aptitude and technical curiositySelf-motivated organized and able to manage multiple prioritiesStrong communication and teamwork skills.The salary range for this position is 38.65 to 43.39 - Final wage depends on experience.As part of our standard process for roles subject to ITAR regulations we are required to ask all candidates whether they are a U.S. Person. Are you a US PersonUS CitizenVisa sponsorship is not available for any position at ExcelitasMust be a US CitizenPersonsNo relocation assistance available for local candidates onlyEqual OpportunityAffirmative Action EmployerMinoritiesFemalesDisabilityVeteranGender IdentitySexual OrientationNo agencies pleaseExcelitas is seeking leaders and innovators to join our global team