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LaserOpticsMechanical Lab Technician (Associate, Mid-Level or Senior)

Boeing


Job Location:

Albuquerque, NM - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 75650 - 102350
Posted: 11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 8 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Laser/Optics/Mechanical Lab Technician (Associate Mid-Level or Senior)

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense Space and Security (BDS) is looking for an Associate Mid-Level or Senior Laser/Optics/Mechanical Lab Technician (Level 2 3 4) to join our team at the Starfire Optical Range on Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque New Mexico.

The role supports the Air Force Research Lab in their advancement of Space Domain Awareness capabilities using ground-based telescopes. Starfire Optical Range is a world class research facility with recognized achievements in adaptive optics enabled by the quality enthusiasm and dedication of our entire team. Our team consists of engineers and technicians in all disciplines required to plan design integrate and test complex optical electronic laser systems to achieve research objectives.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Plans conducts and documents tests on products systems components materials and manufacturing processes and technologies

  • Troubleshoots and resolves complex laboratory and test-related problems

  • Coordinates test laboratory activities maintenance and repairs and personnel training

  • Assists government agencies safety and hazardous materials teams in the event of emergencies

  • Assists engineers and senior technicians with efforts such as optical alignment maintenance and repair

  • Serve as a crew member for tests being trained in optics lasers telescopes and telescope mount operations

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

  • 2 years of experience in engineering technician construction or facilities maintenance disciplines

  • 2 years of experience working with powered hand tools or equipment

  • Willing and able to work variable shifts; including days evenings nights and weekends

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • 3 years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

  • Active U.S. Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance

  • Experience operating complex computer-based analysis or control systems

  • Experience with high power lasers

  • Experience with optical alignment techniques

  • Experience with electronics/electrical systems

  • Experience with mechanical systems

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana cocaine opioids amphetamines PCP and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Shift:

This position is for Variable shift.

Pay and Benefits:

At Boeing we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs generally including health insurance flexible spending accounts health savings accounts retirement savings plans life and disability insurance programs and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location date of hire and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications as well as market and business considerations.

Associate (Level 2) Summary pay range: $53550 - $72450

Mid-Level (Level 3) Summary pay range: $63750 - $86250

Senior (Level 4) Summary pay range: $75650 - $102350

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements a U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 is required. U.S. Person includes U.S. Citizen U.S. National lawful permanent resident refugee or asylee.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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