How do they match: Photonics Technicians

  • Build, install, test, or maintain optical or fiber optic equipment, such as lasers, lenses, or mirrors, using spectrometers, interferometers, or related equipment.

  • Build photonics tools to be applied to electrical grids to detect hot spots, such as failing insulators or conductors.
  • Build prototype optomechanical devices for use in equipment such as aerial cameras, gun sights, or telescopes.
  • Assemble devices or equipment to be used in green technology applications, including solar energy, high efficiency solid state lighting, energy management, smart buildings, or green processes.
  • Design, build, or modify fixtures used to assemble parts.

  • Create physical models or prototypes.