Job Description
## Opto Mechanical TechnicianApply: Symonston: Full time: Posted 2 Days AgoWe continually strive to help our workforce achieve their professional and personal goals, engaging them in challenging and inspiring projects.
**KeyResponsibilities****Assemblyand Integration*** Assemble precision opto-mechanical systems, optical instruments, and electromechanical assemblies.
* Install and align optical components including lenses, mirrors, filters, beam splitters, cameras, sensors, and laser systems.
* Perform mechanical fitting, adjustment, and calibration of precision components.
* Build prototypes and production units in accordance with engineering drawings and documented procedures.
* Conduct cable routing, harness installation, and basic electrical integrationactivities.
**Testingand Validation*** Execute system-level functional, environmental, and performance testing.
* Perform optical alignment and verification using appropriate metrology and test equipment.
* Record and analyse test results and report deviations or non-conformances.
* Support troubleshooting and root-cause investigations on product and manufacturingissues.
**Maintenanceand Repair*** Diagnose faults in mechanical, optical, and electromechanical systems.
* Perform preventative and corrective maintenance activities.
* Repair or replace defective components and verify system performance after repair.




* Maintain calibration status of tools and testequipment.
**Qualityand Safety*** Ensure all work complies with quality standards, engineering specifications, and regulatory requirements.
* Adhere to ESD, cleanroom, optical handling, laser safety, and workplace safety procedures.
* Maintain a clean, organised, and safe work workplace.
**RequiredQualifications****Education***Trade qualification as a Mechanical Technician, Fitter and Turner, Precision Mechanic, Instrument Technician, Engineering Technician, or equivalent experience.
* Certificate IV, Diploma, Associate Degree, or relevant technical qualificationpreferred.
**Experience***3+ years of experience in precision mechanical assembly, instrumentation, optical systems, aerospace, defence, medical devices, scientific instruments, or related industries.
* Experience assembling and testing complex mechanical or electromechanical systems.
* Experience interpreting technical drawings, CAD models, and assemblyinstructions.
**DesirableExperience*** Laser systems integration and alignment.
* Aerospace, defence, photonics, scientific instrumentation, or space-industry experience.
* Environmental and vibrationtesting.
**Personal***It must be an Australian citizen, with an active or be eligible for NV1 security clearance

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