NSS
We are seeking an experienced Fiber Laser Systems Technician to support the
hands-on build, integration, and testing of advanced fiber laser systems
in a research laboratory environment. This role is critical to the successful execution of both
prototype development efforts and formal deliverable systems .
This a long-term and permanent position supporting a 30+ year old company within the DOD and NASA space! This role is 100% onsite at headquarters located in Herndon, VA. (Relocation Bonus available!)
The technician will work closely with engineers and scientists, translating
verbal direction, sketches, and partially defined procedures
into high-quality hardware and repeatable lab work. This position is well-suited for a technician who has spent years in the lab, understands how research environments evolve, and takes pride in careful execution and mentoring through example.
Key Responsibilities
Independently assemble and integrate fiber laser subsystems and multi-stage fiber amplifiers
Perform complex fiber handling tasks including splicing, routing, and repair
Align optical components and fiber paths with minimal supervision
Support early-stage prototype builds where procedures may be incomplete or evolving
Execute formal build, acceptance, and qualification testing for deliverable systems
Interpret verbal instructions and informal documentation, and help translate them into repeatable build steps
Identify build risks, workmanship issues, or design-for-assembly concerns and communicate them to the technical team
Accurately document configurations, test results, and lab observations
Maintain lab organization, tooling, and best practices
Informally mentor junior technicians or new team members through example and guidance
Minimum Requirements
5+ years of hands-on laboratory experience with fiber lasers, optical systems, or photonics hardware
Demonstrated experience supporting R&D or prototype development programs
Proven ability to work from verbal direction, sketches, and evolving requirements
Strong understanding of fiber handling, optical alignment, and laser safety practices
High attention to detail, workmanship, and documentation quality
Education
Bachelor’s degree, Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent hands-on experience (Degree is less important than relevant laboratory experience.)
Desired Qualifications
Experience transitioning systems from prototype builds to deliverable hardware
Experience with formal acceptance or qualification testing
Experience working in small research teams or government/defense-related programs
Comfort serving as a “go-to” lab resource for build best practice
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hands-on build, integration, and testing of advanced fiber laser systems
in a research laboratory environment. This role is critical to the successful execution of both
prototype development efforts and formal deliverable systems .
This a long-term and permanent position supporting a 30+ year old company within the DOD and NASA space! This role is 100% onsite at headquarters located in Herndon, VA. (Relocation Bonus available!)
The technician will work closely with engineers and scientists, translating
verbal direction, sketches, and partially defined procedures
into high-quality hardware and repeatable lab work. This position is well-suited for a technician who has spent years in the lab, understands how research environments evolve, and takes pride in careful execution and mentoring through example.
Key Responsibilities
Independently assemble and integrate fiber laser subsystems and multi-stage fiber amplifiers
Perform complex fiber handling tasks including splicing, routing, and repair
Align optical components and fiber paths with minimal supervision
Support early-stage prototype builds where procedures may be incomplete or evolving
Execute formal build, acceptance, and qualification testing for deliverable systems
Interpret verbal instructions and informal documentation, and help translate them into repeatable build steps
Identify build risks, workmanship issues, or design-for-assembly concerns and communicate them to the technical team
Accurately document configurations, test results, and lab observations
Maintain lab organization, tooling, and best practices
Informally mentor junior technicians or new team members through example and guidance
Minimum Requirements
5+ years of hands-on laboratory experience with fiber lasers, optical systems, or photonics hardware
Demonstrated experience supporting R&D or prototype development programs
Proven ability to work from verbal direction, sketches, and evolving requirements
Strong understanding of fiber handling, optical alignment, and laser safety practices
High attention to detail, workmanship, and documentation quality
Education
Bachelor’s degree, Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent hands-on experience (Degree is less important than relevant laboratory experience.)
Desired Qualifications
Experience transitioning systems from prototype builds to deliverable hardware
Experience with formal acceptance or qualification testing
Experience working in small research teams or government/defense-related programs
Comfort serving as a “go-to” lab resource for build best practice
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