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The position includes designing, prototyping, and troubleshooting electronic circuits and systems. Additional tasks consist of documentation, vendor management, prototyping, and transferring production ready products to manufacturing. A successful candidate for this position keeps apprised of cutting-edge technology, can think outside the box while simultaneously keeping things simple and remains within budget. This candidate will also be responsible for delegating electrical tasks to subordinate electrical engineers. The location of the position is in Sterling, VA--may be required occasionally to undertake duties at other Thorlabs or customer locations.   Essential Job Functions   include the following, but are not limited to: Design and develop electronics for precision scientific instruments and peripherals Take a design from an initial concept through prototyping, debugging, and manufacturing phases Manage project timeline and costs Manage electronic component...

Performs a variety of non-technical operations and exhibits exceptional quality and quantity. The General Helpers position is a critical or key component in the success and the flow of the machine shop. The top priority is to support the CNC Machinists in any way that they can. Works under general supervision. Although the location of the position is in Sterling, VA, from time to time it may be required to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations. Essential Job Functions   include the following, but are not limited to: Responsible for general maintenance such as sweeping, mopping, emptying trash cans, etc. Responsible for efficiently unloading trucks, cut stock, and deliver material to specific machines Machines various parts on manual equipment with guidance from set-up crew Runs production parts on CNC machines, deburrs and operates. Finisher- tumbles machined parts, polishes extrusions, bead blasting Complies with safety regulations and maintains...

Responsible for set-up and operation of CNC machines in compliance with inch and metric drawing specifications. Possess the ability operating and performing set ups on both vertical and horizontal milling machines. Responsible for the proper use and maintenance of all measuring tools and devices used in inspection of all components. Works under general supervision. Although the location of the position is in Sterling, VA, from time to time it may be required to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations. Essential Job Functions   include the following, but are not limited to: Performs set ups on both Vertical and Horizontal CNC Milling Machines (3 & 4 axis). Experience with Okuma, Mazak and Fanuc controls. Understanding of manual programming (G codes/M codes). Familiar with the operation of DNC systems. Machines and/or fabricating precision tools and fixturing to tight tolerances and complex geometries based on specifications. Solid...

The position is responsible for providing full administrative, sales and service support to the Imaging System Sales Department. This position requires an individual with strong multi-tasking skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently. Although the location of the position is in Sterling, VA, from time to time it may be required to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations.   Essential Job Functions   include the following, but are not limited to: Sales Support: Customer Order entry and Processing Coordinate shipments to and from customers and outside sales engineers of replacement parts, supplies and spare parts for instruments in the field. Coordinate the international shipment and assist the export compliance staff from Thorlabs Headquarter. Executing various administrative tasks related to supporting the operations and sales department, including reports, data entry using Microsoft Dynamic ERP System, MS Office programs...