The Laser Engineering Technician will support engineering with moderately complex engineering duties and / or hands-on tasks. Involved in the development, characterization, and improvement of laser systems. Assist in the definition engineering
requirements, specify design and components, assemble, characterize, and validate new lasers or improvements of existing lasersystems. Identify optical components including lenses, laser materials, fiber optics, and other related components. Assist in the
specification, purchasing, and qualification of laser parts.

• Support engineering with moderately complex engineering duties and / or hands-on tasks
• Work independently for several days
• Competent technical expertise
• Comfortable with the shop / laboratory and equipment Assists in design, build and / or procurement of new or improvedmachines, tools, fixtures, and material handling equipment and coordinating the implementation
• Responsible for completing process documentation, bill of materials, route sheets, etc.
• Reviews project instructions and drawings to ascertain test specifications, procedures, objectives, test equipment, nature oftechnical problem and possible solutions, and to support the design for manufacture
• Devises, fabricates, and assembles new or modified electrical and / or mechanical components or assemblies for products
• Sets up and conducts tests of units and components
• Analyzes test results related to the design and test objectives and adjusts equipment to bring within specifications
• Records these test procedures and results, numerical and graphical data, and recommendations for changes in product ortest methods
• Provides and develops documentation to maintain equipment
• May lead technician teams in development or mentor other technicians
• Provide hands-on feedback to engineers
• Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values, and culture of the organization

• Assist in the development of plant layouts, manufacturing methods and process improvements
• May coordinate maintenance projects
• Mentor and coach less experienced technicians

• 1+ year experiencein a technical discipline or equivalent experience in the field or in a related area
• High school diploma or GED
• Competent technical expertise

The expected pay scale for this position is $30/hr - $40/hr. Should the level, location, or scope of the position change during the hiring process, the pay scale may be modified accordingly. When extending an offer of employment, DRS Daylight Solutions considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position; any Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, the candidate's relevant work experience, education/training, certifications, and key skills; internal equity; and market and business considerations.