Job Title: Engineering Technician- PhotonicsJob Code: 16942Job Location: Chantilly, VAJob Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off!)Job Description:Due to substantial growth in our business L3Harris has an immediate need for an Optical Engineer. We are seeking an advanced professional with practical knowledge of the photonics area.This key role will provide technical insight for our existing technologies and develop new technologies to capture and lead new programs with our military, government, and commercial customers.Assemble small optical, electrical, mechanical assembliesOperate standard electrical and optical laboratory test equipment such as light sources, power supplies and optical spectrum analyzersOperate custom benchtop automated machinery for fastening and adhering small assembliesProvide input and conduct tests plans consistent with product requirementsInspect, troubleshoot and carryout engineering experiments to resolve development challengesPerform calibration, burn-in and alignment checks on equipment and toolsWork with engineering to evaluate and implement process improvementsWork from verbal or written instructionsMaintain high standard of quality and apply skills consistent with operating procedures and standardsEssential Functions:Build, align and qualify precision opto-mechanical assemblies and systemsDisassemble and re-assemble, align and qualify subassemblies and systems down to piece-part levelInspect optical components for damageClean UV optical components, such as mirrors, beam splitters, polarizers, wave plates, and lensesDe-bond and re-mount optical components in lens cellsConduct calibration and burn-in tests on optical systemsPrepare and follow engineering work order flow tags and prepare acceptance testing proceduresWork with quality control to validate hardware components and assembliesMaintains equipment and tool calibrationWorks with engineering to evaluate and implement process improvementsEnsures proper operation of equipment by performing scheduled preventative maintenance.Etching fiber very percicely for integration into photonic systemsManage lab that contains hazardous materialWorks under limited supervisionMay be a resource to other employees in areas of product expertiseWork may be structured within identified boundaries and proceduresHas the ability to follow established processes to complete tasksIdentifies problems and issues in straightforward situations and resolves most issuesQualifications:Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.3+ years experience with assembly, dissasembly, and test of mechanical, electro-mechanical, or optical equipmentPrevious or current experience operating precision hand tools such as micrometers and calipers is requiredAbility to obtain a TS/SCI Security Clearance is requiredPreferred Additional Skills:Understanding of basic shop math such as ratios, graphs, algebra, and basic geometryExperience with Microsoft Office and computer proficientClass 3 soldering skills on small complex circuit boards is desireableexperience working with free space optics and fiber optics in laboratory settings is desireableL3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.