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       CODE: 007.161-030 Buy the DOT:Download/CD-ROM
TITLE(s): OPTOMECHANICAL TECHNICIAN (optical goods; photo. appar.)
Applies engineering theory and practical knowledge, under direction of engineering staff, to build
and test prototype optomechanical devices to be used in such equipment as aerial cameras, gun
sights, and telescopes: Reviews project instructions, and preliminary specifications to identify and
plan requirements for parts fabrication, purchase, assembly, and test. Prepares sketches and writes
work orders and purchase requests for items to be furnished by others, and follows up delivery.
Designs, builds, or modifies fixtures used to assemble parts. Lays out cutting lines for machining,
using drafting tools. Assembles and adjusts parts and related electrical units of prototype to
prepare for test. Sets up prototype and test apparatus, such as control console, collimator,
recording equipment, and cables in accordance with specifications. Operates controls of test
apparatus and prototype to observe and record test results. Computes test data on laboratory forms
for engineers. Confers in technical meetings, recommending design and material changes to reduce
cost and lead time. May be assigned as group leader to coordinate work of technicians, model makers,
and others assigned to assist.
GOE: 05.01.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R5 M4 L4 SVP: 8 DLU: 77
ONET CROSSWALK: 22511 Mechanical Engineering Technicians and Technologists
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