IDEX
AssemblyTechniciansII
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“Assembly Technicians II at IDEX. Skills: advanced optical assembly, active optical alignment, optical metrology, micron‑level alignment accuracy, precision manufacturing. Perform active alignment of lenses and optical elements into metal housings using precision fixturing. Use alignment and metrology tools such as air‑bearing spindles, autocollimators, alignment telescopes, precision stages, and indicators to achieve required tolerances”
What You'll Achieve.
achieve required tolerances; meet defined optical and mechanical specifications; process improvement; yield enhancement
Industry & Context.
troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills; Independently troubleshoot alignment and assembly challenges, including tolerance stack‑up, fixture inaccuracies, part variability, and contamination
Work is performed in a controlled clean‑room manufacturing environment, Requires compliance with defined gowning and contamination‑control protocols, Involves handling delicate optical components and precision‑machined hardware, Requires sustained visual focus and fine motor control for detailed alignment tasks, May involve extended periods of sitting or standing, Requires compliance with ESD and chemical‑handling safety requirements, Applicants for certain positions may need to be U. S. Persons due to access to controlled goods and technologies subject to ITAR or EAR regulations.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High school diploma or equivalent required, 3–5 years of hands‑on experience in precision optical assembly, active optical alignment, or optical metrology, Demonstrated experience achieving micron‑level alignment accuracy in a production or laboratory manufacturing environment, Experience working independently on complex, high‑precision optical assemblies with limited supervision, understanding of optical principles, precision measurement, and mechanical tolerancing, Proficiency with advanced optical alignment and metrology equipment, Ability to interpret optical and mechanical drawings, specifications, and tolerances, troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills, Ability to exercise technical judgment within defined quality systems, Ability to document complex alignment data clearly and accurately, Ability to communicate technical issues and observations effectively with engineering and quality teams, Demonstrates accountability, adaptability, and disciplined execution in a precision manufacturing environment
Nice to Have
Technical certification, associate degree, or equivalent advanced vocational training in optics, precision manufacturing, or a related technical field preferred
What You'll Do.
Perform active alignment of lenses and optical elements into metal housings using precision fixturing
Use alignment and metrology tools such as air‑bearing spindles
and indicators to achieve required tolerances
and axial position to meet defined optical and mechanical specifications
Apply adhesives and permanently secure optics while maintaining alignment during cure
Inspect optical elements for defects including scratches
Inspect machined metal housings for burrs
and dimensional inconsistencies
Evaluate cosmetic and functional acceptability using defined optical inspection criteria
Determine fitness‑for‑use of optics and hardware prior to assembly and escalate issues as required
Measure critical features using high‑precision metrology tools including micrometers
Verify alignment results and dimensional stability before
Independently troubleshoot alignment and assembly challenges
including tolerance stack‑up
Adapt alignment and assembly techniques within controlled parameters when documented processes are incomplete or ambiguous
Partner with engineering and quality to resolve complex assembly issues
Accurately document alignment data
and final build conditions
Provide technical feedback to support process improvement
and design for manufacturability
Support root‑cause investigations and corrective actions related to optical assembly issues
Maintain high standards of workmanship
and discipline in clean‑room operations
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with engineering and quality to resolve complex assembly issues; Communicate technical issues and observations effectively with engineering and quality teams
Communication Scope
Ability to communicate technical issues and observations effectively with engineering and quality teams
Full Job Description
If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact. With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 [diverse businesses](https://www.idexcorp.com/our-businesses/business-segments/) around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you. **About the role:** The Optical Assembly Technician 2 performs advanced optical assembly and alignment operations requiring micron‑ and sub‑micron‑level accuracy. This role is responsible for actively aligning optical elements to mechanical housings, verifying optical and mechanical performance, and permanently securing optics using high‑precision tools and metrology. Work is performed in a controlled clean‑room manufacturing environment and requires significant technical skill, judgment, and independence in the execution of high‑performance optical products. **Key Responsibilities:** * Perform active alignment of lenses and optical elements into metal housings using precision fixturing. * Use alignment and metrology tools such as air‑bearing spindles, autocollimators, alignment telescopes, precision stages, and indicators to achieve required tolerances. * Adjust decenter, tip, tilt, and axial position to meet defined optical and mechanical specifications. * Apply adhesives and permanently secure optics while maintaining alignment during cure. * Inspect optical elements for defects including scratches, digs, chips, and coating defects. * Inspect machined metal housings for burrs, surface damage, and dimensional inconsistencies. * Evaluate cosmetic and functional acceptability using defined optical inspection criteria. * Determine fitness‑for‑use of optics and hardware prior to assembly and esc
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