Test Technician

Description

The Molex Reliability Lab is seeking a versatile Lab Test Technician to support our cross-functional engineering teams.

In this role, you will assemble and prepare fiber optic cables and connectors, perform polishing, cleaving, end-face prep, and testing, and assist with hand soldering, visual inspection, dimensional analysis, cross-sectioning, and sample fabrication.

You will conduct hands-on construction analysis, sample preparation, testing, troubleshooting, and root-cause failure analysis for interconnect solutions across multiple Molex business units throughout the product development cycle.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, inspect, clean, and evaluate fiber optic cable and connector assemblies through various optical, environmental, & mechanical tests using manual/automated tools and equipment

• Perform product validation testing on singlemode and multimode simplex and multi-fiber optic cable and connector assemblies in accordance with industry standards and customer specifications

• Support construction analysis and sample preparation involving optical interconnect components.

• Build/modify/prep connector assemblies, cable assemblies, modules, PC boards, load boards, etc.

for various mechanical, environmental, & electrical tests using manual/automated tools and hand soldering equipment/techniques

• Document and communicate test data, while applying critical thinking to properly analyze results

• Visual Examination - HD Camera, 2D and 3D imaging, Stitch Imaging

• Cross Sections - potting, cutting, grinding, polishing, etching, and visual examination

• Glow Wire, Nichrome wire and needle flame testing with visual examination

• Work closely with various project managers to ensure efficient and timely project deliverables to customers

• Develop and maintain standard operating procedure documents to ensure repeatable and reproducible test methods/results

Skills and Abilities

• Familiarity with fiber optic handling, routing, cleaning, and inspection procedures, including proper care of optical surfaces.

• Proficient in reading and executing test plans

• Analytical ability to apply logical reasoning, test assumptions, observe results and make corrections

• Good interpersonal skills to work effectively with others and in a team

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 3+ years' work experience in a related field; OR an Associate's degree and 1+ years' work experience in a related field required

• Working knowledge of passive and active fiber optic connectors, cables, and/or solutions

• Understanding of the principles of fiber optic technology, testing concepts, failure modes, construction and connector types

• Proficient using optical lab equipment such backreflection meters, optical test systems, attenuators, OTDRs, switches, interferometers, fusion splicers, etc.

• Analytical ability to troubleshoot, apply logical reasoning, test assumptions, observe results and...