Also called: Fiber Optics Technician, Laser Technician (Laser Tech), Photonic Laboratory Technician (Photonic Lab Tech), Photonics Technician
Build, install, test, or maintain optical or fiber optic equipment, such as lasers, lenses, or mirrors, using spectrometers, interferometers, or related equipment.
Engineering and Technology
Math and Science
Arts and Humanities
Basic Skills
Problem Solving
People and Technology Systems
Verbal
Hand and Finger Use
Ideas and Logic
Realistic
People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.
Computer aided design CAD software
Presentation software
Analytical or scientific software
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