Fiber Optic Lab Technician

Fiber Optic Lab Technician

This Reliability Lab is seeking a Fiber Optic Lab Technician to join our team in Lisle, Illinois, with a passion for contributing to product development testing and support.

In this role, you will be responsible for construction analysis, sample preparation, testing, troubleshooting, data analysis, and root cause failure analysis of fiber optic connector and cable solutions.

We seek entrepreneurial individuals who are knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and ready for a hands-on technical role in support of our Optical Solutions business unit.

What Will You Be Doing?

• 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.
• Document and communicate test data, while applying critical thinking to properly analyze results, determine failure modes, and recommend solutions.
• Troubleshoot product and equipment failures, perform root cause analysis, and participate in 8D resolution activities as a means of corrective action.
• Perform, assist in, and / or schedule equipment maintenance and repair.
• Collaborate and provide support to Product Engineering and Project Manager teams to ensure efficient and timely project deliverables to customers .
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, working instructions, and training documents to ensure repeatable and reproducible test methods / results.

What Do You Need To Be Successful?

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 5+ years’ work experience in a related field OR an Associate’s degree and 3+ years’ work experience in a related field required.
• Working knowledge of passive and active fiber optic connectors, cables, and / or solutions.
• Understanding on 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 make corrections for purposes of problem solving.
• Troubleshooting skills of passive fiber optic components to aid in root cause failure analysis.
• Good interpersonal skills to work effectively with others and in a team.
• Ability to work independently and manage time / workload to meet project deadlines.

Preferred Skills?

• Understanding of Telcordia GR-326-CORE and GR-1435-CORE industry standards!
• Experience with general test lab equipment (i.e., microscopes, digital imaging software, environmental chambers, mechanical integrity test fixtures, data acquisition systems, etc.).

This is a full-time onsite, contract-to-hire role in Lisle, Illinois.

Pay Rate : $25.00 - $31.00 per hour.

Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible.

Benefits : Volt offers benefits (based on eligibility) that include the following : health, dental, vision, term life, short term disability, AD&D, 401(k), Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Volt is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Volt is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates.

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Volt does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.

S.C. 1324b. The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

Volt is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.