Psionic, LLC. is seeking an Electro-Optics Lab Technician who will be working in the engineering team to help develop the world's most accurate LiDAR system that targets Space and Defense applications. At Psionic, we strive for excellence and value a diversity of experience as well as a strong track record of demonstrating the Psionic company values of Integrity, Customer Service and Teamwork. Headquartered in Hampton, VA we offer an opportunity for rapid growth in the hottest industry market segment in technology and engineering.

Primary Responsibilities

The Electro-Optics Lab Technician is a hands-on role that is critical to supporting the development of our systems and meeting our customer expectations.

• Fabricate optical subassemblies and integrate the subassemblies with electrical and mechanical components for breadboard, prototype, and production units
• Support transition of photonic subsystem designs into production
• Order parts, materials and equipment required for assembly and testing of photonic subassemblies
• Perform optical or electrical testing and characterization as specified by design engineers
• Organize, document, and present data for review and analysis by engineering
• Assemble test sets and design and procure test fixtures as required
• Manage and maintain laboratory and laboratory equipment
• If required, obtain/retain a government security clearance at the level to perform the job

Required Education & Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience with demonstrated knowledge and experience in the following areas:
  • Optical fiber splicing processes and equipment, including arc fusion splicers, cleavers, and re-coaters
  • Use of optical sources, power meters, spectrum analyzers and other optical and electrical test equipment
  • Good hands-on skills in the assembly of complex photonic, electro-optic, and electronic assemblies
  • PC board soldering, cable fabrication experience
  • Testing of optical and electrical components
  • Experience with the construction of a range of fiber optic connectors including APC and termini type ferrules
  • Experience with custom, fine assembly
  • Experience handling multiple projects simultaneously and working in an environment which
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Associates Degree and/or Certified Fiber Optic Installer/Technician ETA preferred

Team Culture/Benefits

• Join a diverse and dynamic team that provides creative opportunities, collaborative efforts, and groundbreaking technology
• Career growth- Psionic, LLC. values and invests in its family and promotes from within regularly
• We offer a competitive salary
• Benefits including health, dental, vision, short term and long-term disability, life insurance, paid time off, holidays, and 401(k) (Full time employees only)

Psionic, LLC. Values our customer relationships, our diverse and dynamic work environment, and our employees' career satisfaction. We are a startup, focused on lidar sensors for autonomous vehicles. We are building a culture of high performance that we think can change the world for the better. Based in Hampton, Virginia.

Psionic, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This position requires a US Person who can access export-controlled technology or software source code and the position is subject to U.S. export control laws.