Production Test Technician

Summary:

Job Description Summary
VIAVI (NASDAQ: VIAV) is a global provider of network test, monitoring and assurance solutions for telecommunications, cloud, enterprises, first responders, military, aerospace, and railway. VIAVI is also a leader in light management technologies for 3D sensing, anti-counterfeiting, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, government and aerospace applications.

We are the people behind the products that help keep the world connected at home, school, work, at play, and everywhere in between. VIAVI employees are passionate about supporting customer success and we welcome people who bring their best every day to the company – to question, to collaborate and to push for solutions that will delight our customers.

Duties & Responsibilities:

The Production Test Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, diagnosis and repair of VIAVI electronic test equipment from the individual component level for the purpose of achieving engineering requirements, function and providing the customer with a reliable and quality product. 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, modify, replace and repair electrical components, parts, equipment, and systems as directed through verbal or written directions, diagrams, drawings, or specifications.
• Maintains and makes necessary operating adjustments to test units.
• Determines material or replacement needs and a logical method for repair; takes appropriate action to meet those needs and makes repairs.
• Follows all established ESD (Electrostatic Discharge/Damage) requirements
• Maintains records related to electronic and electrical equipment.
• May complete rework on assemblies and/or systems as a result of testing
• Prepares technical reports summarizing findings and recommending solutions to technical problems.
• Meet daily/weekly OTS requirements
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Thorough understanding of electronics principles and design.
• Ability to read schematics and related engineering documents
• Soldering fine pitch and SMD components.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Excellent problem-solving ability.
• Ability to follow highly complex directions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Utilizes a good understanding of electronic theory to effect timely repairs.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical problems down to component level.
• Demonstrates organizational and time management skills.

Pre-Requisites / Skills / Experience Requirements:

Education and Experience:

• Associates degree in Electronics and/or equivalent experience required.
• Working knowledge of RF theory/technology.
• Experience using hand-held and/or benchtop RF equipment such as Signal Generators, Arbitrary Waveform Generators, Spectrum Analyzers, Oscilloscopes and Signal Analyzers.
• Desired:
• Minimum of 1 year experience working with digital and analog circuits, and RF circuitry.
• Minimum of 1 year experience with electronic and electrical troubleshooting.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
• Ability to distinguish various colors of wires and distinguish electronic system sections and wiring.

If you have what it takes to push boundaries and seize opportunities, apply to join our team today.

VIAVI Solutions is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer – minorities/females/veterans/persons with disabilities.