Opto-Mechanical Assembly and Test Technician - Tightbeam

About Aalyria:
Aalyria is a leading technology company that supplies laser communications technology and temporospatial software-defined networking software platforms to the aerospace industry. With technology acquired from Google, Aalyria is at the forefront of innovation in the field of satellite and airborne mesh networks, as well as cislunar and deep space communications. We are revolutionizing the orchestration and management of planetary mesh networks using any radio or optical spectrum, any orbit and any hardware across land, sea, air and space.
Role Overview:
The Opto-Mechanical Assembly and Test Technician assembles products comprising optical, mechanical, and electronic components including the assembly, test and qualification of electro-optical instruments, components, and systems. Documenting procedures and providing real time feedback to engineering is required. This position would be joining our Tightbeam team. Tightbeam, is a cutting-edge laser communications system that is capable of connecting land, sea, air and space targets across vast distances, with high reliability and with data-rates previously unachievable (100s of Gbps).
Essential Functions:

• Follow detailed work instructions, engineering drawings and schematics with minimal oversight
• Responsible for the inspection, assembly and integration of high end, complex optical-mechanical and optical components and assemblies including fiber optics and lasers
• Troubleshoots and develops solutions to resolve issues
• Assemble optical.echanical.lectro-optical assemblies in cleanroom environment
• Ability to use optical measurement tools including power meters, fiber inspection tools, microscopes
• Ability to identify design deficiencies and propose solutions to the design team to aid with assembly and integration of parts
• Ability to route wires and optical fibers in a clean and organized fashion
• Document build as-built notes including serial numbers and performance criteria and other pertinent information
• Tests functional performance of assembly
• Bore sighting and precision optical alignment
• System calibration and test
• Maintain quality system documentation
• Incoming inspection of parts, components and optics
• Identification and documentation of defective parts
• In-process inspection and testing
• Pack instruments for shipment
• Complete shipping documentation
• Escalate issues and recommend solutions
• Provide training for other production staff and achieve a high level of cross training

• Associates degree in optical science and 3 years experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of optical handling, cleaning and assembly procedures
• Knowledge of optical devices including: lenses, mirrors, prisms, collimators, shear plates, beam splitters etc
• Mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity
• Experience with interferometers, oscilloscopes, function generators, precision power supplies, digital multimeters, and other general optical lab equipment

• Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking startup that is shaping the future of satellite communications.
• Impactful Work: Work on cutting-edge technology that has a global impact and drives real-world change.
• Growth Opportunities: Take advantage of career growth opportunities and professional development in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
• Culture: Join a collaborative and inclusive team where your contributions are valued.
• Flexibility: Collaborate, work, and get things done with flexible working hours.