Job Description
As a SAS Technician III, you will be responsible for building mechanical and opto-mechanical assemblies. You will support development, prototyping, and failure investigations, as well as install and dress fiber optic and electrical cables. You will work closely with design engineers on early hardware builds, contributing to the assembly of prototypes in a challenging and innovative environment.
ResponsibilitiesBuild mechanical assemblies.Build opto-mechanical assemblies.Support development, prototyping, and failure investigations.Install and dress fiber optic cables.Install and dress electrical cables.Collaborate with design engineers on early hardware builds.Essential SkillsExperience in mechanical assembly and precision alignment of mechanical components.Proficiency in working with fiber optics and electrical cabling.Ability to thrive in an ambiguous environment.Mid to high level experience in a relevant field.Additional Skills & QualificationsBachelor's degree in a related field.Experience in industries such as aerospace, medical, or automotive is advantageous.Familiarity with prototype development and hardware builds.Work Environment
You will be working onsite in Redmond, WA, within a multi-discipline team responsible for developing high bandwidth systems for free space optical communication between satellites. The role involves building and testing fiber optical assemblies and supporting the assembly and testing of free space optical assemblies. The work environment is dynamic, requiring you to tackle challenging and novel situations daily. Masks are required while working in the facility.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $60.00 - $64.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Redmond,WA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 19, 2025.
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