{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"17a3bb35ded408aa6bec0485","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/17a3bb35ded408aa6bec0485","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/17a3bb35ded408aa6bec0485","title":"Electromechanical Testing Technician","description":"At Areté, we are on the forefront of utilizing innovative solutions, with great minds from all backgrounds, to help solve the nation's most complex security challenges. We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence. As an employee-owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth.\n\nDiscover your future with us.\n\nAs an Electromechanical Testing Technicianat Areté, you will be responsible for assembling, calibrating, and testing AIRTRAC lasers. You will be working with a team of scientists, engineers, and technicians whose job is to design, develop, test, and produce lasers. Your duties will include assembling laser systems, aligning lasers on test benches, calibrating and testing production lasers, and running environmental screening tests. You will be involved with handling the set up and use of complex optical equipment independently or under the direction of an optical engineer and conducting optical measurements and testing to support laser alignment, laser fabrication, and laser performance measurements. This is a full-time, non-exempt, non-supervisory position based in our Niwot, CO office.\n\nWe have an impressive range of benefits, programs, and perks that we offer:\n\nHealth & Wellness:\n\nMedical, Dental & Vision Insurance\nLife and Long-Term Disability (LTD)\nVision Reimbursement\nFitness Reimbursement\n\nFinancial:\n\n401(k) Retirement Plan Contributions\nEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)\nContinuing Education Assistance\n\nWork-Life Balance:\n\nFlexible Scheduling\nPaid Time Off (PTO)\nPaid Parental and Bereavement Leave\n\nWhat We Value:\n\nCreativity and innovation in solving challenges\nIntegrity and responsibility in all actions\nCollaboration across teams and specialties\nResponsiveness in fast-paced environments\nPassion for national security and excellence\n\nExperiences and Background We Look For (Required Skills):\n\nFamiliarity with electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, power meters, optical sensors, cameras, and detectors\nExperience with mechanical assembly\nAbility to follow professional documentation and thoroughly document test results\nMinimum 2 years of experience, or AA/AS in a Technical or Engineering field or similar relevant discipline. Significant relevant experience may substitute for educational requirement\nGood communication skills\nDetail oriented\n\nNice to Have (Preferred Skills):\n\nStrong computer skills\nBackground in optical alignment and/or imaging\nExperience with optical and environmental testing\n\nThe salary range for this role is $65,000 to $80,000; however, Areté considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to: the position and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.\n\nOther Considerations\n\nAreté is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination, and we believe every person has the right to be treated with fairness, dignity, and equal consideration.\n\nAreté is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.\n\nU.S. citizenship is required to meet position eligibility.\n\nSuccessful passage of a criminal background screen is required to meet position eligibility.\n\nSelected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.\n\nAreté will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.\n\nSuccessful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility.\n\nIf you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website because of your disability. 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We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence. As an employee-owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth.\n\nDiscover your future with us.\n\nAs an Electromechanical Testing Technicianat Areté, you will be responsible for assembling, calibrating, and testing AIRTRAC lasers. You will be working with a team of scientists, engineers, and technicians whose job is to design, develop, test, and produce lasers. Your duties will include assembling laser systems, aligning lasers on test benches, calibrating and testing production lasers, and running environmental screening tests. 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This is a full-time, non-exempt, non-supervisory position based in our Niwot, CO office.\n\nWe have an impressive range of benefits, programs, and perks that we offer:\n\nHealth & Wellness:\n\nMedical, Dental & Vision Insurance\nLife and Long-Term Disability (LTD)\nVision Reimbursement\nFitness Reimbursement\n\nFinancial:\n\n401(k) Retirement Plan Contributions\nEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)\nContinuing Education Assistance\n\nWork-Life Balance:\n\nFlexible Scheduling\nPaid Time Off (PTO)\nPaid Parental and Bereavement Leave\n\nWhat We Value:\n\nCreativity and innovation in solving challenges\nIntegrity and responsibility in all actions\nCollaboration across teams and specialties\nResponsiveness in fast-paced environments\nPassion for national security and excellence\n\nExperiences and Background We Look For (Required Skills):\n\nFamiliarity with electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, power meters, optical sensors, cameras, and detectors\nExperience with mechanical assembly\nAbility to follow professional documentation and thoroughly document test results\nMinimum 2 years of experience, or AA/AS in a Technical or Engineering field or similar relevant discipline. 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