R&D/Product DVL Technician

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The ruggedized Fiber Optic (RFO) hiring for R&D/Product DVL Technician supports the quick turn capabilities needed for prototypes and customer samples. The role supports tooling designs in support of new products and processes to meet customer ramp-up schedules. The position involves product builds and preparing products for transfer to production.The successful candidate will be a key member of simultaneous R&D engineering teams and will be responsible for optical connector assembly, termination of various configurations of fiber optic cable assemblies, and testing of these cable assemblies. Additional responsibilities include operation of over-molding processes and providing suggestions for simplification of new products to reduce costs and increase manufacturing efficiency.Candidates should be self-starters, able to work under pressure, balance multiple priorities, and be committed to continuous learning.
Primary responsibilities include:1. Termination of various standard fiber optic termini as well as new termini designs.2. Support prototype product builds, test product builds, and pre-release NPI builds.3. Perform IL & RL testing of various configurations of cable assemblies.4. Perform AFG & IPC workmanship checks on both single & multi-fiber termini.5. Mechanical aptitude to safely and efficiently operate equipment (E-Stop/Soft Stop, identifying issues, clearing faults and acknowledging machine states).6. Assist in the estimation process setup durations.7. Assist in setting up new manufacturing processes.8. Suggest process changes to improve overall manufacturing efficiencies.9. Communication within a team atmosphere to ensure clarity of purpose and customer satisfaction.10. Soldering & PCB assembly skills for: o Wire harnesseso Connectorso Passive components (resistors, capacitors, etc.)o ICs (Integrated Circuits)11. Use of Fiber Optic & Electronic Test Equipment: o Optical Power Meterso IL/RL Test Equipmento Oscilloscopeso DMM (Digital Multi Meter)o Variable Power Supplieso Variable Attenuatorso Optical & RF Switches
What your background should look like
Completed High School or equivalent. Minimum of 3–4 years of experience in a fiber optic manufacturing environment. Must manage multiple projects simultaneously. Attention to detail, following BOMs, routers, and understanding drawings/prints. Proficient dexterity and motor skills for intricate/delicate work. Need to have requisite Excel skills to record, organize, and analyze data.

CompetenciesValues: Integrity Accountability Inclusion Innovation Teamwork

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