Engineering Technician
Occupations:
Photonics TechniciansEngineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All OtherMechanical Engineering Technologists and TechniciansElectro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and TechniciansElectrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and TechniciansIndustries:
Technical and Trade SchoolsVeneer, Plywood, and Engineered Wood Product ManufacturingCommercial and Service Industry Machinery ManufacturingComputer and Peripheral Equipment ManufacturingNavigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments ManufacturingRole: Engineering Technician – Photonics & Precision AssemblyLocation: Chantilly, VAType: Full-Time | OnsiteJob SummaryOur 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 ResponsibilitiesPerform fabrication, assembly, integration, testing, and inspection activitiesSupport optical fiber splicing, recoating, and photonic circuit assemblyInterpret engineering drawings, procedures, and technical documentationOperate machining tools, test equipment, and laboratory systemsSupport calibration, maintenance, and quality assurance activitiesMaintain clean and organized laboratory and production workspacesRequirementsActive TS/SCI with CI Poly ClearanceExperience in lab, manufacturing, assembly, or technical workshop environmentsAbility to interpret technical drawings and proceduresExperience with machining equipment, soldering, or precision assemblyStrong attention to detail and technical aptitudePreferred SkillsPhotonics or fiber optics experienceOptical alignment and test experienceDoD laboratory/workshop environment experienceWire bonding or photomasking familiarity