Title:  CNC Optical Technician Co-op (12 Month Co-op term)

CNC Optical Technician Co-op (12 Month Co-op)

Reference #42616

L3Harris, Wescam division

Don Mills/Toronto, Ontario

About the Role

Attention Technology College Students seeking 12 month co-op opportunities!  We're seeking bright and motivated students to join our team on co-op work terms for 2027.  Our College Co-op program students start January, 2027 and work until the end of December.  Apply today!

This position is responsible for generating and polishing optical components (precision lenses) using CNC machines with 3, 4, and 5 axis; NC; 2 axis and 2 mechanical axis equipment. Also may perform final inspection of complicated optical elements. 

Primary Responsibilities 

• Set up CNC programs; CAN cycles with G-code understandings
• Grind optical components; Precision Optics CNC
• Edge optical components; Precision Optics CNC
• Polish optical components; both Precision Optics CNC and Diamond Turned CNC
• Aspheric optical components; Diamond Turning lathes, Alignment Turning Stations
• Inspect/measure optical components to ensure conformity to specified tolerances
• Achieving surface form requirements (PV, RMS, AST)
• Perform complicated maintenance, repair & troubleshooting of equipment
• Support the development of new manufacturing processes and make improvements to current manufacturing processes

Education & Skills Requirements

• Enrolled in Photonics or Mechanical Engineering Technology, based technician/ technologist diploma program
• Ability to read and interpret drawings
• Strong technical knowledge, capabilities
• Understanding of principles of physics and chemistry
• Ability to work independently and with minimum supervision
• Ability to safely handle delicate optical parts
• Ability to work well with others
• Ability to comprehend and follow detailed instructions
• Ability to read detailed drawings
• Ability to effectively operate complicated equipment such as Precision Optics and Diamond Turned CNC and associated equipment

*This posting is for a current vacancy.  In the province of Ontario, Canada, the pay range for this position will be $23-24/hr. 

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