OPTICS TECHNICIAN
| Employment Type | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Location | Kent , Sevenoaks |
| Industry Sector | Aerospace |
| Start Date | 01/05/2008 |
| Salary/Rate | £22000 - £24000 per annum |
| Reference | 165145APS |
| Date Advertised | 30-07-2008 - 00:02 |
This vacancy is out of date and no longer accepting applications.
Description
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Optics Technician required to work for a satellite manufacturing company based in Kent.
We are looking for candidates with previous experience in the assembly and test of optical equipment for a satellite company based in Sevenoaks in Kent.
The position will involve assembly and test of camera systems for satellite applications and assembly and operation of laboratory test equipment for such instruments.
Key Tasks
> Assembly of optical instrumentation in clean conditions and with a high level of quality control.
>Test of the optical instrumentation as described above.
>Implementation and maintenance of test equipment for the above tasks.
>Preparation of assembly history logs and test reports.
> Detailed design of test equipment under supervision of an optical designer.
Experience
> Assembly and test experience gained within a technical industry.
> Experience of quality control procedures and in record keeping.
> Previous experience in optical instrumentation would be a strong advantage.
Knowledge and Skills
> Mechanical assembly.
> Familiarity with optical test equipment e.g. interferometers, radiometers.
> Use of automated equipment e.g. motion stages, co-ordinate measuring machines.
Benefits
>10% pension contribution, can be paid into pension or be paid as a pension allowance
>32 Days holiday
>BUPA Healthcare included
>Annual Bonus around 4-5% of annual salary
37.5 hours/week (flexible on hours)
£22k - 24k
MIT
Previous experience with assembly and test of optical equipment
Mandatory Qualifications
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MIT
Assembled and Tested Optic Equipment
To apply for this position, candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK
Matchtech Group Plc is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
