Optical Assembly Production Lead

Aeris Technologies Inc, a subsidiary of Project Canary, PBC, designs, manufactures, and commercializes the next-generation of laser-based gas analyzers used in a variety of applications such as quantifying greenhouse gas emissions, atmospheric pollutants, and natural gas leaks.

Project Canary is the leading provider of on-demand climate insights for emission-intensive companies. Our company provides operational insights, emissions data, and Verified Climate Attributes™ to decarbonize energy systems by integrating sensor data with real-time portal and in-depth data analytics. We are the leaders of independently verified climate credentials that support investment, safety, reporting, and disclosure actions.

Initially, we are focused on the energy industry. With thousands of energy assets analyzed and hundreds of environmental and air quality sensors currently deployed, Project Canary is positioned better than anyone to provide empirical emissions data—and we have the ARR and growing pains to prove it.

Founded in 2019, Project Canary, PBC has quickly gained recognition as a category leader in the continuous monitoring space. Through a mission driven approach Project Canary uses dynamic means for cross team collaboration to achieve our very best for our planet and people alike. Here are some highlights from last year:

• Fundraise totaling $121M
  • Series A of $10M in 2021
  • Series B of $111M in 2022
• Certified as a B-Corporation with a score of 107.6 & ranked in the top 5% in 2 categories
• 2022 Best Company to Work For by both the Denver Business Journal and the Denver Post
• Headcount growth by 3X in 2022 and growing

Project Canary’s & Aeris Technologies’ success is attributed to the motivation, skill, and teamwork of everyone. The team understands the importance of maintaining a culture where relationships are valued, feedback is crucial, and trust in each other and our products/services is paramount. If you enjoy a growth-stage environment, mission-driven work and are eager to collaborate, we want to hear from you.

Aeris Technologies Inc. is seeking an experienced Optical Assembly Production Lead for full-time positions at Aeris’s headquarters in Hayward, CA.

As the Optical Assembly Production Lead, you will be responsible for the production and testing of the optical cores of our state-of-the-art trace gas analyzers. The optical core is the “engine” of each gas analyzer and must be assembled meticulously with the highest level of rigor. We are seeking self-motivated candidates that possess suitable skills, including familiarity with lasers and optical systems as well as excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and clear communication abilities.

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure the optical team meets its production goals including safety, quality, and training
• Drive the continuous improvement process and be accountable for the production-related documentation
• Assembly and testing of optical and mechanical subsystems including laser, lenses, mirrors, detectors, mounting hardware, etc.
• Inspection, cleaning, and quality control of all components
• Ultra-precise alignment of optical cells
• Maintain optical benches and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and implement prescribed safety regulations
• Demonstrate a growth mindset by learning continuously and being a proactive member of the team

Requirements

• Bachelors in related technical fields (preferably optical technology and instrumentation)
• 2+ years of applicable experience in team lead and/or management
• 5+ years of applicable experience in optical system alignment, integration, and test
• Experience with Lean / Six Sigma and standard continuous improvement methods
• Ability to work safely with lasers and perform precise alignment of components
• Ability to handle, inspect and clean sensitive optical components using industry-accepted methods
• Ability to handle sensitive electronic components, including use of multimeters, oscilloscopes, and other electronic test equipment
• Excellent soldering, wiring and assembly skills
• Familiarity with data acquisition hardware and software