Laser Technician

Overview

At Areté, we are on the forefront of utilizing innovative solutions, with great minds from all backgrounds, to help solve the nation’s most complex security challenges. We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence. As an employee‑owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth.

$60,000.00/yr – $65,000.00/yr

Niwot, CO office

As a Laser Testing Technician at Areté, you will calibrate and test AIRTRAC lasers and work with a team of scientists, engineers, and technicians to design, develop, and produce lasers. Your duties include aligning lasers, setting up test benches, building, testing, troubleshooting, repairing, and modifying developmental and production electronic and optical systems both independently and under guidance.

• Calibrate and test AIRTRAC lasers
• Align lasers and set up testing benches
• Build, test, troubleshoot, repair, and modify developmental and production electronic and optical systems
• Operate complex optical equipment independently or under direction of an optical engineer
• Conduct optical measurements and testing to support laser alignment, laser fabrication, and laser performance measurements
• Work collaboratively with scientists, engineers, and technicians in a non‑exempt, non‑supervisory, full‑time position

• Health & Wellness
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Life and Long‑Term Disability (LTD)
  • Vision Reimbursement
  • Fitness Reimbursement
• Financial
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan Contributions
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Continuing Education Assistance
• Work‑Life Balance
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Parental and Bereavement Leave
• What We Value
  • Creativity and innovation in solving challenges
  • Integrity and responsibility in all actions
  • Collaboration across teams and specialties
  • Responsiveness in fast‑paced environments
  • Passion for national security and excellence

• Familiarity with electronic and optical test equipment such as oscilloscopes, power meters, optical sensors, cameras, lasers, and detectors
• Ability to produce professional documentation and thoroughly document setups and testing results
• AA/AS in a Technical or Engineering field or a similar relevant discipline; minimum 2 years of experience preferred; significant relevant experience may substitute for education
• Good communication skills

• Strong computer skills
• Background in optical alignment and/or imaging
• Detail oriented
• Experience with optical and environmental testing

Salary range for this role is $60,000 to $65,000; however, Areté considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to position responsibilities, work experience, education/training, and key skills.

Areté is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination, and we believe every person has the right to be treated with fairness, dignity, and equal consideration.

Areté is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

U.S. citizenship is required to meet position eligibility.

Successful passage of a criminal background screen and a government security investigation is required for access to classified information. Candidates with criminal histories will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). test is required to meet position eligibility.

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Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

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