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Optical Fabrication Technician

Greenbelt, MD • On-site

KBR
IT Services • 10K+ employees
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$62K - $93K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

KBR rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 48 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Title:

Optical Fabrication Technician

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We at KBR share one goal: to improve the world responsibly as a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers.

Optical Fabrication Technician

The Optical Fabrication Technician supports the fabrication of precision optical components for lasers and other advanced optical systems at GSFC. This hands-on role requires experience in optical fabrication and CNC machining to produce high-quality optical components for spacecraft and scientific missions.

Key Responsibilities

Perform optical fabrication processes including grinding, lapping, polishing, edging, beveling, and finishing.

Set up, operate, and troubleshoot CNC optical fabrication equipment.

Develop or modify CNC programs and optimize fabrication processes.

Interpret optical drawings, prescriptions, and fabrication specifications.

Perform precision measurements and inspection of optical components.

Work closely with engineers and other technicians to develop fabrication approaches for new and complex optics.

Maintain fabrication equipment, process documentation, and quality records.

Required Skills & Experience

Several years of hands-on experience in optical fabrication.

Experience operating and programming CNC equipment, preferably for optical fabrication.

Experience with precision optical metrology and inspection.

Ability to interpret engineering drawings and optical specifications.

Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and attention to detail.

Knowledge of laboratory practices, equipment calibration, and quality standards (e.g., ISO)

Strong documentation, reporting, and basic statistical analysis skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in technical environments

Preferred Skills

Experience with laser, aerospace, or scientific optics is highly desirable.

Solid understanding of the NASA flight hardware development process and methodology

Basic Compensation:

Jobs on this contract range from$62,400.00- $93,600.00 . Pay range is specific to the Greenbelt, Maryland area.

The offered rate will be based on the position, contract affordability, the selected candidate's working location, knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and in consideration of internal parity.

Additional Compensation:

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

KBR Benefits:

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

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At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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At KBR, we partner with government and industry clients to provide purposeful and comprehensive solutions with an emphasis on efficiency and safety. With a full portfolio of services, proprietary technologies and expertise, our employees are ready to handle projects and missions from planning and design to sustainability and maintenance. Whether at the bottom of the ocean or in outer space, our clients trust us to deliver the impossible on a daily basis.

Industry

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Houston, TX, US

Year founded

1998

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