* Optical alignment and construction of optical subassemblies
* Complex optical bonding using a mixture of optical adhesives
* Optical handing and cleaning
* Analysis of optical components using interferometers etc.
* Calibration of optical subassemblies and tooling
* Work in multi-disciplinary teams
A good understanding of general physics
* Good practical and experimental skills
* Inquisitiveness - ability to question results and then answer those questions
* Self-motivated and capable of working alone and within teams
* Good written and oral communication skills to allow effective communication with peers, and both technical and non-technical customers.
Desirable
* Knowledge of optical instruments
* Knowledge of interferometry
* Knowledge of mechanical engineering
* Experience with opto- mechanical components and manufacture.
* Optical handing and cleaning
* Optical bonding
Thales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar.
Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that's why we offer you the flexibility to do what's important to you; whether that's part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions., At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.
What we can offer
* 4 day working week
* Pension Scheme
* 28 days annual leave (Plus Bank Holidays)
* Life Cover
* Progression and Development Opportunities
* 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing ap
* Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailer
This role requires enhanced security clearance to secret (SC) level. Candidates will be required to meet the criteria and seek Defence Vetting Agency clearance, which will be sponsored by Thales. For eligibility criteria, please refer to the Defence Vetting Agency website.