Optical Test Specialist

As an Optical Test Specialist at Impulse, you will perform a wide range of opto-mechanical component testing while developing and maintaining state-of-the-art test equipment.  You will work closely with engineering to improve overall test processes across the company.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble and test high quality, high reliability opto-mechanical components, combustion devices and electromechanical assemblies
• Perform verifications of flight hardware and document results in a clear, precise and complete manner
• Improve processes to enable automated acceptance testing
• Respond to production related non-conformances and drive to root cause and disposition
• Maintain process planning documents and action feedback when necessary
• Perform maintenance and calibration activities for automated acceptance testing equipment
• Work with engineers to create 2D drawings from existing 3D models by applying established drawing specifications and standards
• Provide training and guidance to other technicians

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 7+ years of experience working on opto-mechanical or electronic assembly and/or test production environment or a bachelor's degree in an engineering field
• Familiarity with handling optical equipment and cleaning techniques
• Deep knowledge of the safe operation of vacuum, thermal, electrical, power and data acquisition systems
• Proficient with wiring and electrical systems
• Proficient with fabricating and acquiring parts to build test capabilities from basic requirements with minimal direction from others
• Ability to troubleshoot problems with fluid and electrical systems and implement scrappy solutions