Optical Technician 3

Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Optical Technician 3 Woodland Hills, CA Posted: 10/2/2026

Job Description

Job ID#:

226598

Job Category:

Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Duration:

26

Shift:

1

Optical Technician 3

Location: Woodland Hills, CA

Pay Rate: $47.00/hour

Job ID: 226598

Position Overview

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking an experienced Optical Technician 3 to support operations at a leading aerospace and defense manufacturing facility in Woodland Hills, CA. This position is ideal for a skilled optics professional with extensive experience in precision glass polishing, optical fabrication, and quality-focused manufacturing environments.

This role requires a strong attention to detail, experience working with precision measurement equipment, and the ability to produce high-quality optical components to exact specifications.

Work Schedule

9/80 Alternate Work Schedule (A Shift)

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a variety of precision polishing machines for quantity production glass polishing.

• Perform super-polishing operations on optical glass surfaces to meet requirements for surface finish, flatness, angles, and other specifications.

• Select, mount, align, and utilize specialized attachments and standard tooling.

• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions.

• Utilize precision measuring instruments to ensure conformance to quality standards.

• Perform standard shop calculations and measurements.

• Monitor product quality and support statistical process control and production quality requirements.

• Maintain a safe and organized work environment while adhering to established manufacturing procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a glass precision polishing or optical fabrication environment.

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment with strict process controls.

• Proficiency using hand tools and optical measurement equipment, including:

• Autocollimators

• Interferometers

• Digital indicators

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Basic math proficiency.

• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and ERP systems.

• Strong visual acuity, especially when working under a microscope.

• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the workday.

• Commitment to workplace safety and safe operation of large manufacturing equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience maintaining and setting up polishing tables to achieve surface finish and flatness requirements.

• Ability to participate in process investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Familiarity with:

• Statistical Process Control (SPC)

• Lean Manufacturing principles

• Experience supporting process development activities in a team environment.

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:

No Clearance

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled