Optical Technician III

Company: Bond Optics
Location: Lebanon
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Optical Technician III – Precision OpticsLocation: Lebanon, NH Industry: Ultra-Precision Optics Manufacturing Status: Full-time Citizenship Requirement: U.S. Persons only (ITAR-controlled facility) Take the lead on world-class optics with a team that sets the bar for precision. Bond Optics is looking for a highly skilled Optical Technician III to drive execution on complex optical fabrication tasks. This senior-level position is perfect for someone who thrives in a hands-on, high-accountability environment and wants to work on optics used in defense, space, and cutting-edge semiconductor systems.What You’ll Do Lead setup and operation of advanced optical fabrication equipment including CNC and interferometric tools. Own complex polishing and testing processes with minimal supervision. Adjust and troubleshoot fabrication processes to meet tight surface accuracy and cosmetic specs. Mentor junior technicians and provide hands-on training and technical guidance. Collaborate on process development and tooling design for challenging geometries. Work with manufacturing leadership to prioritize and schedule work effectively. Contribute to continuous improvement and process optimization initiatives. What You Bring Expertise in optical fabrication, particularly polishing and metrology. Ability to work independently on high-precision tasks with tight tolerances. Strong mechanical and problem-solving skills. Leadership mindset and team-first attitude. Comfort reading and interpreting testing data, drawings, and specifications. Preferred Background 5 years of experience in precision optics manufacturing. Proficiency with interferometry and optical metrology tools. Technical training or relevant degree preferred. Experience with lean manufacturing is a plus. Physical Requirements Ability to lift and handle components weighing 15–50 lbs. Manual dexterity for fine adjustments and inspection tasks. Clear or corrected vision for detailed metrology and inspection work. Why Bond Optics?With over 50 years at the forefront of precision optics, Bond Optics manufactures components used in space exploration, nuclear fusion research, and advanced semiconductor systems. If you want to build real hardware for the world’s most advanced technology, we want you on our team. Bond Optics offers competitive benefits including: 401(k) plan with company matching Paid time off Medical, dental, vision, and living benefits; including flexible spending account Bond Optics, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon the candidates' completion of a satisfactory background check. Powered by JazzHR wLbbiJwFF4

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