Alignment Technician

Smiths Interconnect, a Molex company, is part of Molex’s Aerospace & Defense Solutions Division and represents the Signal Technologies business unit. We deliver mission-critical connectivity solutions—including ruggedized connectors, cable assemblies, Fiber & RF, and high-reliability technologies—designed to perform in the most demanding environments.

About the role

You'll play a vital part in our manufacturing operations by assembling components, systems, and subsystems with precision and care. Work in a collaborative environment where your contributions directly impact product quality and our company's success.

Responsibilities

• Operate assigned equipment as instructed
• Ensure equipment remains in good repair and calibration
• Align filters to correct radio frequency
• Read work instructions, performance specifications, and schematics to determine testing procedures and equipment to be used
• Test functional performance of systems, subassemblies, and parts under specified environmental conditions such as temperature change, vibration, pressure, and humidity
• Calibrate test instruments according to specifications
• Connect test instruments and units to be tested to test equipment such as a network analyzer
• Interpret output signal of network analyzer (dBm vs frequency) while aligning tuning elements to meet specified parameters
• Compare results with specifications and record test data
• Analyze test results on defective units to determine cause of failure
• Perform basic troubleshooting on assigned filters as needed
• Complete all assigned tasks with a high level of quality in the time frame provided
• Assist Engineering in development of documentation and processes as it relates to the tuning function
• Assist/resolve product, process, and design problems
• Test, troubleshoot, and repair all types of filters
• Aid in development of annual operating budget plan

Requirements

• Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
• Read drawings, schematics, and process instructions
• Use mechanical inspection tools including but not limited to: calipers, micrometers, pin gauges, thread gauges, microscope
• Interpret technical documents
• Use hand tools to complete assigned tasks
• Identify process problems
• Learn & apply information in a timely manner
• Communicate effectively with peers and leaders
• Willingly work with others to achieve team goals
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and work instructions

Pay

For this role, we anticipate paying $20.00 - $30.00 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Life insurance, ADD, disability
• Retirement plan
• Paid vacation/time off
• Educational assistance
• Infertility assistance (eligibility criteria apply)
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance (eligibility criteria apply)