Optical Assembly Specialist

3 weeks ago


Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom Thales Full time

**Role Overview**


Thales is seeking a skilled Manufacturing Technician to join our team in Glasgow, supporting the construction and testing of multiple military-based products.


**Key Responsibilities**



  • Align and construct optical subassemblies
  • Perform complex optical bonding using a mixture of optical adhesives
  • Handle and clean optical components
  • Analyze optical components using interferometers
  • Calibrate optical subassemblies and tooling
  • Work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams

**Requirements**



  • Good understanding of general physics
  • Practical and experimental skills
  • Inquisitive and able to question results
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently and in teams
  • Effective communication skills

**Desirable Qualifications**



  • Knowledge of optical instruments
  • Interferometry expertise
  • Mechanical engineering knowledge
  • Experience with opto-mechanical components and manufacture

**Thales Benefits**



  • 4-day working week
  • 28 days annual leave
  • Pension contributions up to 7%
  • Healthcare Cash Plan
  • Life insurance
  • Stock options
  • Enhanced maternity and parental leave
  • Generous training budget

**About Thales**


Thales is a technology company that innovates across five major industries: Aerospace, Defence, Ground Transportation, Security, and Space. We offer a flexible work environment and opportunities for career growth and development.


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