Jessup, Maryland, United States · On-site
$24/hr–$27/hr
At Thorlabs, we design and manufacture components, instruments, and systems that transform the world by identifying, enabling, and accelerating key photonics (i.e., light-based) technologies. Backed by a dedicated workfo…
Skills: Laser Assembly, Optical Fiber Splicing, Electronic Soldering, Crimping, Optical Alignment
Lusby, Maryland, United States · On-site
$51k–$116k/yr
BHE GT&S has an exciting career opportunity for a Designer 1/2/Sr or Lead Designer (AutoCAD) at our Cove Point LNG facility located in Lusby, MD. BHE GT&S is an interstate natural gas transmission and storage company tha…
Skills: AutoCAD, 3D Modeling, Geometry, Trigonometry, Mechanical Engineering Design
College Park, Maryland, United States · Remote Solely
$140k–$200k/yr
The mission of Speechify is to make sure that reading is never a barrier to learning. Over 50 million people use Speechify’s text-to-speech products to turn whatever they’re reading – PDFs, books, Google Docs, news artic…
Skills: Python, Bash, Linux, Docker, Infrastructure-as-Code
Greenbelt, Maryland, United States · On-site
ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team…
Skills: Pipefitting, System Installation, Hydraulic Equipment Maintenance, Pneumatic Equipment Maintenance, Plumbing
Greenbelt, Maryland, United States · On-site
ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team…
Skills: Preventative Maintenance, Troubleshooting, HVAC, Equipment Repair, Precision Measuring Devices
Baltimore County, Maryland, United States · Remote Solely
Location: This is a remote position. Residency Requirement: Candidates MUST have lived in the U.S. for at least 3 of the past 5 years and be authorized to work in the U.S. (Citizen, Permanent Resident, or EAD). Sponsorsh…
Skills: Ruby on Rails, Backend Development, Data Integration, Object-Oriented Programming, RSpec
Arbutus, Maryland, United States · On-site
$21/hr–$27/hr
Description Job Summary: The Field Service Technician is to perform repair and preventive maintenance services, with documentation, for Sterile Processing Devices. This includes equipment such as autoclaves, washer disin…
Skills: Preventive Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Electrical Safety Testing, Calibration, Mechanical Skill
College Park, Maryland, United States · Remote Solely
$140k–$200k/yr
The mission of Speechify is to make sure that reading is never a barrier to learning. Over 50 million people use Speechify’s text-to-speech products to turn whatever they’re reading – PDFs, books, Google Docs, news artic…
Skills: Swift, SwiftUI, Multithreading Programming, CI/CD, Fastlane
Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site
$100k–$125k/yr
THE POSITION IN A NUTSHELL Sciens Building Solutions is seeking a Service Manager who is a positive change agent and can drive high customer satisfaction, while leading a service team along with a back-office team to sup…
Skills: Service Operations Management, Team Leadership, Budgeting, Financial Analysis, P&L Management
Columbia, Maryland, United States · Hybrid
$52/hr–$139/hr
At Wyetech, you’ll be at the center of an award-winning corporate culture, breaking technological barriers and solving real-world problems for our federal government customers. We are committed to hiring the best of the …
Skills: Python, Kubernetes, LLM Integration, Model Context Protocol, RAG
Baltimore, Maryland, United States · On-site
Protech Automotive Solutions and its affiliated brands is looking for highly talented, dedicated and quality-focused teammates to provide top tier service to our customers. Protech Automotive Solutions is hiring for a Pr…
Skills: ADAS Calibration, OE Specifications, Automotive Repair, Physical Stamina, Instruction Following
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States · On-site
$83k–$134k/yr
About JLG, an Oshkosh company JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges …
Skills: Quality Engineering, Statistical Process Control, Design of Experiments, Measurement System Analysis, PFMEA
Baltimore, Maryland, United States · On-site
$116k–$173k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: NoDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revoluti…
Skills: Personnel Management, SAP, MES, Lean Manufacturing, Production Scheduling
Annapolis Junction, Maryland, United States · On-site
$151k–$205k/yr
Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Software En…
Skills: Bash, Docker, Linux Command, Python, Kubernetes
Savage, Maryland, United States · On-site
$70/hr–$120/hr
Join Durable Restoration Company and help lead high-profile international construction projects. Durable Restoration Company is seeking an experienced and motivated International Construction Project Manager to oversee o…
Skills: Construction Management, Project Management, Construction Administration, BIM Software, Microsoft Office
Baltimore, Maryland, United States · On-site
$95k–$143k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: NoDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revoluti…
Skills: Personnel Management, SAP, MES, Lean Manufacturing, Production Scheduling
Baltimore, Maryland, United States · On-site
$123k–$185k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: NoDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revoluti…
Skills: Project Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Earned Value Management Systems, Proposal Preparation, Integrated Master Schedule
Linthicum, Maryland, United States · On-site
API Developer Job ID#: 26-2258 Location: Linthicum, MD Who We Are: Since our inception back in 2006, Navitas has grown to be an industry leader in the digital transformation space, and we’ve served as trusted advisors su…
Skills: API Development, Front-end Development, Back-end Development, Cloud Solutions, Salesforce
Montgomery County, Maryland, United States · Hybrid
$103k–$132k/yr
Thales Defense & Security, Inc. (TDSI) Headquartered in Clarksburg, MD, is a U.S. company that has been serving domestic and international defense Air, Land and Sea domains for 60+ years. With over 1,000 employees, TDSI …
Skills: Quality Engineering, AS9100, ASME / ANSI Y14.5, Electro-mechanical assemblies, IPC standards
Linthicum Heights, Maryland, United States · On-site
$61/hr–$83/hr
At Wyetech, you’ll be at the center of an award-winning corporate culture, breaking technological barriers and solving real-world problems for our federal government customers. We are committed to hiring the best of the …
Skills: Scrum Master, Business Process Reengineering, Agile Methodology, Six Sigma, Process Modernization
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The role involves the assembly and alignment of fiber and free-space laser systems in manufacturing and R&D environments. Responsibilities include performing electronic soldering, operating optical test instruments, and managing shipping and receiving via an ERP system.
Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least one year of experience in the optics or electronics industry. Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office is required, while familiarity with fiber splicing and optical measurement tools is preferred.
At Thorlabs, we design and manufacture components, instruments, and systems that transform the world by identifying, enabling, and accelerating key photonics (i.e., light-based) technologies. Backed by a dedicated workforce of more than 3,000 employees worldwide, Thorlabs contributes to cutting-edge research and real-world innovation.
Whether you're early in your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll find opportunities to grow, take ownership, and make meaningful contributions from day one. We know every employee brings unique talents and perspectives that fuel our success, and we seek driven individuals who are excited to make an impact in a fun, fast-moving culture.
Purpose of the Position
The Technician Level I is responsible for the assembly and alignment of fiber and free-space laser systems in both manufacturing and R&D environments. Core responsibilities include electrical, mechanical, and optical fiber assembly; generating production test data; managing shipping and receiving; preparing products for shipment; and maintaining accurate records within the ERP system. This role requires the ability to follow detailed assembly instructions, while properly using sensitive instruments and tools to perform precise assembly tasks and measurements.
Essential Job Functions include the following, but are not limited to:
Shipping and Receiving responsibilities:
In addition to the essential functions and duties listed above, all positions are also responsible for:
The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
Physical Activities:
Work may be active, could stand or sit for long durations and/or perform repetitious work at times. The employee may lift or move objects up to 20 pounds. Employees must grasp, manipulate, or assemble parts and components that are often very small. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, however, may be noisy at times. Must be able to wear appropriate clothing and personal protective equipment such as but not limited to masks, glasses, gloves, and specialty garments. The required PPE and training allow for the safe handling and processing of chemicals like adhesives, lubricants and solvents, and safe operation of job-related equipment and tools.
Experience:
Education:
Specialized Knowledge and Skills that are desired but not required:
Hourly pay range for this position is $ 24.00 - $27.00 depending on experience.
Thorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identify or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.
Thorlabs offers a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, a generous PTO package, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement just to name a few.
Photonics Technologies
Thorlabs is a leading designer and manufacturer of photonics equipment for research, manufacturing, and biomedical applications. Founded in 1989, Thorlabs is headquartered in Newton, New Jersey with approximately 2,500 employees at manufacturing and sales offices in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Germany, France, Sweden, Japan, China, and Brazil. As a vertically integrated company we design, develop, and manufacture our product portfolio of over 20,000 items.
Offices: 43 Sparta Ave, Newton, New Jersey 07860, US
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