Engineering Technician Location: Chantilly, Virginia Job Type: Full-Time | Onsite Work Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off) Work Environment 100% onsite in Chantilly, VA (Dulles area facilities) Precision lab / manufacturing / defense environment Hands-on technical role supporting photonics and system integration Requires working with sensitive equipment and high-quality standards The Engineering Technician C supports fabrication, assembly, integration, and testing of photonic and precision components within a defense environment. This role requires strong hands-on technical skills, the ability to interpret engineering drawings, and experience working with machining or lab equipment. Candidates from electronics, mechanical, optical, or manufacturing backgrounds are encouraged, with on-the-job training provided for photonics-specific skills. Key Responsibilities Fabrication & Assembly Perform precision assembly, fabrication, and inspection of components Execute tasks such as: Optical fiber splicing and recoating Photonic circuit assembly Mechanical builds and soldering Testing & Integration Integrate optical and electronic equipment (power meters, laser sources, etc.) Perform system testing and validation Assist with calibration procedures and equipment setup Technical Operations Interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical instructions Operate machining tools (lathes, mills, CNC) Maintain lab equipment (wire bonding, photomasking, epoxy systems) Quality & Maintenance Ensure preventative maintenance and calibration compliance Maintain clean, organized, and controlled workspaces Follow strict quality, safety, and documentation standards Collaboration Work closely with engineering and production teams Communicate progress, issues, and quality metrics to leadership Must-Have Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent 6+ years of relevant experience OR Associate's Degree + 2+ years of experience Active TS/SCI with CI Poly Clearance (Mandatory) Experience with: Engineering drawings & technical documentation Lab / manufacturing / assembly environments Machining tools (lathe, mill, CNC) or similar Preferred Qualifications Experience with photonics or optical systems Background in electronics, mechanical systems, or precision assembly Experience in DoD lab / workshop environments Familiarity with fiber optics, optical alignment, or laser systems Core Skills Precision Assembly & Fabrication Engineering Drawings Interpretation Lab & Manufacturing Operations Optical / Photonics Systems (preferred) Machining & Tooling (CNC, lathe, mill) Testing & Calibration Quality Control & Compliance Technical Troubleshooting Recruiter Submission Template Full Name: Highest Education (HS / Associate / Technical Degree) with Details: Do you have an active TS/SCI with CI Poly Clearance? (Yes/No - details): Total Years of Relevant Technical Experience: Years of Experience in Lab / Manufacturing / Assembly Environment: Experience interpreting engineering drawings? (Yes/No - details): Experience with machining equipment (lathe, mill, CNC)? (Yes/No - details): Experience in precision assembly or fabrication? (Yes/No - details): Experience with optical / photonics systems? (Yes/No - details): Experience with soldering / fiber optics / testing equipment? (Yes/No - details): Experience in DoD or defense lab environment? (Yes/No - details): Motivation / Reason for interest in this position: Contact Number: Email ID: LinkedIn Profile URL: Current Location (City, State): Notice Period (in weeks): Current Work Authorization Status (US): Expected Salary: Are you ready to relocate on your own expenses and comfortable working onsite in Chantilly, VA? (Yes/No):
