Fiber Laser Technician

The role

The Fiber Laser Technician will support the development of space-to-space power beaming spacecraft and the Star Catcher Network. This role involves preparing, splicing, and building fiber laser and amplifier assemblies.

What you will do

• Prepare, cleave, and fusion-splice optical fibers for high-power fiber lasers and amplifiers.
• Measure splice quality and recoat or protect splices.
• Build fiber laser and amplifier assemblies.
• Inspect and clean fiber end faces, connectors, and end caps.
• Support testing of fiber laser assemblies under Class 4 laser-safety rules.
• Maintain splicers, cleavers, and recoaters.
• Keep build travelers and records.
• Work under the direction of laser engineers and help develop work instructions.

Required qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on fiber optic assembly experience, including fusion splicing.
• U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Nice to have

• Associate's degree or certificate in Photonics, Laser/Electro-Optics Technology, or a related field.
• Splicing of large-mode-area, polarization-maintaining, and double-clad fibers on filament or arc splicers.
• Experience building or supporting high-power fiber lasers or amplifiers.
• Experience working under a Class 4 laser safety program and in a cleanroom.
• Careful, methodical approach to delicate fiber assemblies.
• Build documentation, travelers, and traceability.
• Comfort with optical power meters, optical spectrum analyzers, and polarization measurement.
• Willingness to develop and improve splice programs and work instructions.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave

Before you apply

• All offers are contingent upon results of a thorough background check.
• Must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the US.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

About the company

Star Catcher is building the first energy grid in space to power the orbital economy. The company is building technology to wirelessly beam energy to spacecraft's existing solar panels.