Manufacturing Technician, Optics Assembly

About the job

Company: LEADOPTIK

Department: Manufacturing / Engineering

Location: Onsite, San Jose, CA 95131

Employment Type: Contract / Hourly

About LEADOPTIK

LEADOPTIK Inc. is a commercial-stage medical device company building a tissue intelligence platform. Our FDA cleared LIA™ system gives physicians real-time in-needle optical imaging during peripheral lung biopsy.

About the Role

LEADOPTIK is seeking a detail-oriented Manufacturing Technician to support the precision assembly, testing, and continuous improvement of our miniature fiber-optic imaging components. This role is hands-on and sits at the intersection of optical assembly, test engineering, and manufacturing documentation.

Key Responsibilities

●      Perform precision alignment of miniature optical components used in catheter-based imaging probes. Operate alignment stages, micro-positioners, and fixturing to achieve sub-micron tolerances

●      Perform visual and dimensional inspection of components and assemblies under magnification; maintain cleanliness and handling standards for optical surfaces

●      Conduct functional and performance testing of optical subassemblies and finished assemblies. Record, analyze, and report test data; flag out-of-spec results and support root-cause investigation

●      Assist engineering in drafting, reviewing, and revising Manufacturing Process Instructions (MPIs) and work instructions

Qualifications

Required

●      Associate degree or technical certificate in Optics, Photonics, Electro-Mechanical Technology, or equivalent hands-on experience (3+ years in optical/fiber-optic assembly or precision manufacturing)

●      Experience with micro-scale alignment techniques and precision fixturing

●      Hands-on experience with optical fiber handling and bonding (e.g., stripping, cleaving, polishing, epoxy or UV-cure adhesives)

●      Comfortable working under a microscope for extended periods with fine-motor precision tasks

●      Familiarity with reading and following engineering drawings, work instructions, or MPIs

●      Comfortable working in a cleanroom environment.

Preferred

●      Experience working in an ISO 13485 / FDA-regulated medical device environment

●      Experience assembling catheters, endoscopes, or other miniature optical or electro-mechanical medical devices

●      Familiarity with optical test equipment (e.g., power meters, imaging-based inspection systems)

Work Environment

●      Class 8 Cleanroom or controlled manufacturing environment; gowning is required

●      Extended periods at a microscope/alignment station

●      Close collaboration with manufacturing engineering, quality, and R&D teams

LEADOPTIK is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.