R&D Technician Opto-Mechanical

On-site
CompanyAeva
LocationMountain View, CA
CategoryOperations & Business
DepartmentSupply Chain
Seniority-
WorkplaceOn-site
Posted2026-08-04
Vialever

Description

What you’ll do:
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Perform various optical assemblies involving optical lenses, optical fiber, mirrors, lasers, etc.

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Assembly of product using procedures, drawings or internal specifications

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Repair/Troubleshoot defective product

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Assist engineering in building and testing prototypes

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Perform data collection and data analysis as needed

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Test product performance

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Inspect and or test optical components

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Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections on various components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies

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Document inspection reports and collaborate with Quality, Product Design, and Manufacturing teams to address inspection findings

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Perform other work related activities as assigned

What you have:
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3+ years of experience in opto-mechanical / fiber optics related field

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Experience in optical alignment and assembly using fixtures, hand tools and microscopes

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Experience in performing visual inspections with or without microscope

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Experience in performing measurements using equipment such as calipers, micrometers, pin gauges, thread gauges, and height gauges.

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Ability to document and communicate inspection results in a detailed manner

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Demonstrated ability to achieve result independently and work well with others

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Great communication & computer skills, proactive, self-starter, great attention to detail and organized

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Good understanding of engineering principles

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Ability to read, understand and interpret engineering drawings and process procedures

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Ability to recommend and implement improvements

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Demonstrated ability to follow instructions and procedures closely while offering suggestions for continuous improvement

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Demonstrates safety consciousness and strives to address safety or process concerns when they arise

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Detail oriented and a strong mind set in quality work