Technician III for R&D

In our ‘always on’ world, we believe it’s essential to have a genuine connection with the work you do. Fiber evolution to drive AI revolution. At the furthest frontiers of innovation, CommScope Data Center Solutions is committed to helping our partners and customers think bigger, build better and evolve smarter in their data center and central office connectivity strategies. As the collaborative, go-to authority for high-density, low-latency fiber-optic infrastructure, CommScope Data Center Solutions helps the world’s networks scale up, scale out and scale across. With the global manufacturing capacity to meet customers’ ambitious growth, our solutions help conquer network complexity, accelerate deployments and deliver long-term evolutionary performance. Together, we help operators stay ahead of evolving AI applications and increasing demands.

About the role

This position is responsible for working with test engineers to test fiber optic products. Position is located onsite at Shakopee, Minnesota, five days a week.

Responsibilities

• Conduct optical, mechanical, and environmental tests of fiber optic products to assess compliance to product requirements.
• Collect, record, analyze and report test data.
• Follow testing schedule and provide status in the lab request system.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel and Word to analyze and report data.
• Assist in performing failure analysis.
• Utilize custom computer software used with test equipment to acquire data.
• Review and approval of test plans and reports if required.
• Utilize test request system to update test status.
• Communicate issues in a timely manner to the test engineer.
• Competency/experience with corporate, business unit and lab quality management system documentation.
• Competency/experience with relevant industry standards for fiber optic products.
• Competency/experience with the range of lab test equipment.
• Competency/experience with fiber optic products and technical principals.
• Competency/experience with internal and external customer expectations.
• Follow department safety and efficiency programs.
• Participate in test equipment maintenance and validations if required.
• Complete training on lab processes, procedures and test methods as required.
• Collaboration with current lab staff which includes other test engineers and technicians in team-oriented environment.

Impact

Responsible for all product testing to evaluate performance and collect data that provides evidence of conformance to product requirements.

Competencies

• Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Ensures Accountability: Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Customer Focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Instills Trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity and authenticity.
• Manages Complexity: Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Plans and Aligns: Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
• Optimizes Work Processes: Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.

Requirements

• High School, Associate’s or Bachelor's Degree.
• 5+ years’ experience in related area.
• Familiarity with a range of fiber optic products or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Experience with testing of fiber optic products per international and domestic industry standards.
• Ability to use Microsoft Excel to analyze data using formulas and graphs.
• Experience in a laboratory environment.

Pay

Our salary ranges consider a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to benchmarking by independent third-party consultants, skill sets, years of experience, training, education, geography, and other business needs. Depending on experience, the range can be higher for candidates with exceptional experience and a demonstrated history of successful performance. The expected salary range for this position is $58,000 - $64,000 based on hired level and experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Life and accidental death insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Participation in the Company’s Incentive Plan.
• Eleven paid holidays in a full calendar year.
• Two weeks of paid vacation (prorated based on start date).
• Other leave options.