--- title: 'Optical Technician at Voyager Technologies, Inc.' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/optical-technician-voyager-technologies-inc-san-diego-e6cvxy428fvb' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-08' --- # Optical Technician at Voyager Technologies, Inc. - **Company:** Voyager Technologies, Inc. - **Location:** San Diego, CA - **Compensation:** $75k–$110k - **Posted:** 2026-08-21 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-08 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/voyagertechnologiesinc/jobs/4240547009 ## Job description Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space. Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart. You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality. If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager. ## POSITION SUMMARY The Optical Technician provides hands-on technical support for the design, assembly, alignment, test, and integration of electro-optical and photonic systems within a fast-paced defense and aerospace environment. Working under the direction of senior optical engineers, this role is critical to meeting program milestones, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring the performance of precision optical instruments, laser systems, and imaging assemblies. The ideal candidate brings 6 years of demonstrated technician experience in an optics or photonics manufacturing or R&D environment, strong bench skills, and the discipline to operate within cleanroom and controlled environments. ## KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Assembly & Integration - Assemble and align precision optical components including lenses, mirrors, beam splitters, prisms, and filters per engineering drawings and assembly procedures - Integrate electro-optical subassemblies into larger sensor or imaging systems, ensuring mechanical and optical tolerances are maintained - Perform fiber optic splicing, connector termination, and cable routing for photonic subsystems - Support installation and integration of laser systems, detectors, and associated opto-mechanical hardware Test & Verification - Execute optical performance tests including wavefront error, MTF, transmittance, focal length, and centration measurements using interferometers, autocollimators, and profilometers - Operate optical test equipment such as Zygo interferometers, Shack-Hartmann sensors, spectrophotometers, power meters, and optical spectrum analyzers - Conduct functional and environmental testing (vibration, thermal, shock) in accordance with MIL-STD-810 and program test plans - Document test results accurately in test travelers, data packages, and engineering notebooks; flag non-conformances and initiate corrective actions Fabrication & Repair - Perform optical surface cleaning, inspection, and minor fabrication tasks including polishing, cementing, and coating inspection - Support rework and repair of returned assemblies, troubleshooting alignment and performance issues to root cause - Fabricate and modify opto-mechanical fixtures, jigs, and tooling to support assembly and test processes Quality & Documentation - Maintain first-article inspection records and dimensional inspection reports using CMM, micrometers, and optical comparators - Follow AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality management procedures; support internal audits and corrective action processes - Ensure compliance with ESD, FOD, and cleanroom protocols (ISO Class 5–7) - Complete work orders, assembly travelers, and material handling documentation accurately and on time Collaboration & Support - Collaborate closely with optical engineers, mechanical engineers, and program managers to support design verification and qualification activities - Provide technical input during design reviews and producibility assessments from a technician's perspective - Mentor junior technicians and support cross-training initiatives within the optical assembly team - Support customer and government source inspections as required If your experience aligns with our basic qualifications and you are inspired by our mission, we’d like to connect. If you don’t see the right role right now, [Join Our Talent Community](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/voyagertechnologiesinc/jobs/4024393009) and stay connected as we continue to build what’s next. ## REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education - Associate degree in Electro-Optics, Photonics, Electronics Technology, or a related technical discipline; or equivalent combination of education and experience - Coursework or training in geometrical optics, laser principles, or optical instrumentation preferred ## Experience - Minimum 6 years of hands-on experience as an optical or electro-optical technician in a defense, aerospace, or precision optics manufacturing environment - Demonstrated proficiency in optical alignment techniques, interferometric testing, and precision assembly of opto-mechanical systems - Experience with fiber optic systems, free-space laser systems, or infrared imaging systems is strongly preferred - Prior experience supporting MIL-SPEC programs or government-contracted programs Technical Skills - Proficient with optical test instruments: interferometers (Zygo, ESDI), autocollimators, spectrophotometers, power meters, beam analyzers - Skilled in reading and interpreting optical and mechanical engineering drawings, GD&T, and assembly procedures - Experience with cleanroom operations at ISO Class 5–7 and associated contamination control practices - Familiarity with ERP/MES systems (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent) for work order tracking - Basic proficiency with MS Office Suite; experience with data reduction tools (Excel, MATLAB, or LabVIEW a plus) Security - Active U.S. Secret security clearance required at time of hire - Ability to obtain Top Secret clearance preferred - Must be a U.S. Citizen ## PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Experience with LIDAR, electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) sensor systems, or directed energy systems - Familiarity with Zemax or Code V optical design software for review of optical models - IPC-610 or J-STD-001 certification for soldering and electronics assembly - Experience with laser safety protocols per ANSI Z136.1 and serving as a Laser Safety Officer (LSO) assistant - Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent continuous improvement training ## PHYSICAL & WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS - Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs unassisted - Extended periods of standing, bending, and use of fine motor skills for precision assembly work - Work performed in a combination of cleanroom, laboratory, and standard office environments - Must be able to wear required PPE including ESD garments, cleanroom suits, and laser safety eyewear - Occasional work outside standard business hours to meet program deadlines The good faith base salary range for this role is $75,000 - $110,000 at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills, and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive. This range may be adjusted in the future. Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being. - Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees - Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll - 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long-term financial security - Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being - Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources - The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120–130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730–774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce. Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice. California pay range $75,000—$110,000 USD ## About Voyager Technologies, Inc. ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Voyager Technologies delivers mission-critical defense and space systems, from precision propulsion and spectrum dominance to orbital infrastructure, protecting national security and extending humanity’s presence from low-Earth orbit to the Moon and beyond. - **Entity Type**: Public (Ticker: VOYG) - **Headquarters**: Denver, Colorado, United States - **Founded**: 2019 - **Founders**: Not publicly available (built through aggressive acquisition since 2019) ## Core Business - Primary industry/industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing, National Security, Space Infrastructure, Propulsion & Energetics - Target customers: U.S. and allied government agencies (DoD, NASA, national security), defense primes, civil and commercial space operators, academia - Mission statement: "Building mission-ready systems that protect today and make tomorrow possible." Vision: "Powering the next era of national strength and human space presence." ## Products & Services - **Strategic Systems**: End-to-end domestic propulsion and energetics, including the only U.S. supply of black powder; breakthrough controllable solid-fuel propulsion for hypersonic missiles; electric propulsion for satellite constellations. - **Spectrum Dominance**: Advanced signals intelligence, automatic target recognition, SAR synthetic data generation, 3D ISAR and GEOINT data labeling, and AI-driven real-time actionable intelligence for national security agencies. - **Mission Management**: Station-agnostic access to space for all sectors, including the Bishop Airlock — the first permanent, commercially owned module on the ISS, offering 5x more capacity than government airlocks. - **Science & Space Exploration**: Space-grade power systems, structural health monitoring, Clear Dust-Repellent Coating (already on the Moon), expandable habitat technology via Max Space partnership for lunar and deep-space operations. - **Advanced Electronics & Space Technologies**: Radiation-hardened, flight-proven systems including precision guidance, navigation and control, rendezvous and proximity operations, non-GPS PNT, communications, and C2 systems. - **Starlab**: A U.S.-led joint venture commercial space station to succeed the ISS and maintain permanent human presence in low-Earth orbit. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Post-IPO equity of $302.5M (June 2025); total funding of $1.17B (debt and equity combined) - **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue of $144.2M; Total Funding of $1.17B - **Notable Investors/Partners**: JP Morgan (led $200M debt financing, July 2025); partners include NASA, Max Space, and multiple defense primes - **Growth Signals**: 37.0% YoY headcount growth (375 employees, +165 people); 86 active job postings (405.9% YoY increase in postings); IPO in June 2025; 12 companies acquired since 2019, including Estes Energetics, Nanoracks, ZIN Technologies, Latent AI, Valley Tech Systems, and LEOcloud ## Competitive Advantages - **Only U.S. provider of black powder** and domestic end-to-end propulsion/energetics, creating a critical supply chain moat for national security. - **Vertically integrated through acquisition** — from raw materials to fielded systems, covering propulsion, electronics, space stations, and AI/spectrum solutions under one roof. - **First-mover in commercial ISS infrastructure** (Bishop Airlock) and a leading contender for the post-ISS commercial station (Starlab). - **Breakthrough controllable solid-fuel propulsion** for hypersonics and precision missile steering — a rare and strategically vital capability. - **Radiation-hardened, flight-proven systems** trusted by U.S. and international space programs for the most demanding missions. ## Strategic Focus - **Expand defense and space dominance**: Continue integrating acquired companies to deliver end-to-end solutions from ground to orbit. - **Commercialize low-Earth orbit**: Starlab space station is a major priority to transition microgravity research and human presence to the commercial era. - **Deepen propulsion capabilities**: Leverage Estes Energetics and Valley Tech Systems to address DoD supply chain gaps and advance hypersonic and electric propulsion. - **AI and spectrum warfare**: Integrate Latent AI and EMSI capabilities to enhance real-time intelligence and spectrum dominance offerings. - **Lunar and deep-space infrastructure**: Build on Moon-proven coatings and expandable habitats for Artemis-age missions. ## Why Work Here - **Mission-driven culture**: Described as "high-stakes" with a focus on "integrity, grit, and long-term strategy" — employees work on urgent national security and space exploration challenges. - **Rapid growth trajectory**: 37% headcount growth YoY, recent IPO, and a clear path to becoming a major defense-space prime — offering career acceleration and impact. - **Culture values**: "Breaking Barriers," "Launching Forward," "Reaching for the Stars" — emphasizing resilience, collaboration, and disruptive innovation. - **Benefits**: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, Life/AD&D/Disability/Accident & Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance. - **Work environment**: Multiple locations (US, Italy, UAE, UK, Pakistan, Netherlands); ITAR restrictions require U.S. citizenship or permanent residency for many roles. - **Engineering culture**: Heavy technical staffing (168 in technical roles, 27% of workforce); strong talent pipeline from Aerojet Rocketdyne, Northrop Grumman, Anduril, Blue Origin, and SpaceX. - **Internship program**: Active internship postings with a focus on growing the "NextGen workforce for tomorrow’s missions." ## Sources 1. [Voyager Technologies Homepage](https://voyagertechnologies.com/) 2. [Voyager Technologies Company Story](https://voyagertechnologies.com/company/) 3. [Voyager Technologies Investor Relations](https://investors.voyagertechnologies.com/overview/default.aspx) 4. [Voyager Technologies Careers Page](https://voyagertechnologies.com/company/join-us/) 5. 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