R&D/PRODUCT DVL TECHNICIAN III

TE Connectivity Ltd.; Swindon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

TE Connectivity seeks a RFO Technician to support rapid prototype builds, testing, and transfer to production. You will join cross-functional R&D teams to assemble fiber optic cables, termination of termini, and conduct electrical and optical tests.

The role emphasizes process improvement and cost-saving suggestions. The candidate should have 3–4 years in fiber optic manufacturing, strong Excel skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects under pressure while maintaining high quality and

Qualifications

• Completed High School or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3–4 years of experience in a fiber optic manufacturing environment.
• Proficient dexterity and motor skills for intricate/delicate work.
• Need to have requisite Excel skills to record, organize, and analyze data.

Responsibilities

• Terminate various standard fiber optic termini and new termini designs.
• Support prototype product builds, test product builds, and pre-release NPI builds.
• Perform IL & RL testing of cable assemblies.
• Perform AFG & IPC workmanship checks on single & multi-fiber termini.
• Operate equipment safely and identify faults; understand machine states.
• Assist in estimating process setup durations.
• Assist in setting up new manufacturing processes.
• Suggest process changes to improve manufacturing efficiencies.
• Communicate effectively within a team to ensure clarity of purpose and customer satisfaction.
• Soldering & PCB assembly for wire harnesses, connectors, passive components, and ICs.
• Use Optical & RF Test Equipment (Power Meters, IL/RL Test Equipment, Oscilloscopes, DMM, Power Supplies, Attenuators, Switches).

Skills

Fiber optic assembly

Soldering & PCB assembly

Excel skills

Test equipment operation

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Optical Power Meters

Oscilloscopes

DMM

Power Supplies

Attenuators

RF Switches

Job description

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

Job Overview

The ruggedized Fiber Optic (RFO) hiring for R&D/Product DVL Technician supports the quick turn capabilities needed for prototypes and customer samples. The role supports tooling designs in support of new products and processes to meet customer ramp-up schedules. The position involves product builds and preparing products for transfer to production.

The successful candidate will be a key member of simultaneous R&D engineering teams and will be responsible for optical connector assembly, termination of various configurations of fiber optic cable assemblies, and testing of these cable assemblies. Additional responsibilities include operation of over-molding processes and providing suggestions for simplification of new products to reduce costs and increase manufacturing efficiency.

Candidates should be self-starters, able to work under pressure, balance multiple priorities, and be committed to continuous learning.

Job Requirements

Primary responsibilities include:

• Termination of various standard fiber optic termini as well as new termini designs.
• Support prototype product builds, test product builds, and pre-release NPI builds.
• Perform IL & RL testing of various configurations of cable assemblies.
• Perform AFG & IPC workmanship checks on both single & multi-fiber termini.
• Mechanical aptitude to safely and efficiently operate equipment (E-Stop/Soft Stop, identifying issues, clearing faults and acknowledging machine states).
• Assist in the estimation process setup durations.
• Assist in setting up new manufacturing processes.
• Suggest process changes to improve overall manufacturing efficiencies.
• Communication within a team atmosphere to ensure clarity of purpose and customer satisfaction.
• Soldering & PCB assembly skills for:
• Wire harnesses
• Connectors
• Passive components (resistors, capacitors, etc.)
• ICs (Integrated Circuits)
• Use of Fiber Optic & Electronic Test Equipment:
• Optical Power Meters
• IL/RL Test Equipment
• Oscilloscopes
• DMM (Digital Multi Meter)
• Variable Power Supplies
• Variable Attenuators
• Optical & RF Switches

What Your Background Should Look Like

• Completed High School or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3–4 years of experience in a fiber optic manufacturing environment.
• Must manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Attention to detail, following BOMs, routers, and understanding drawings/prints.
• Proficient dexterity and motor skills for intricate/delicate work.
• Need to have requisite Excel skills to record, organize, and analyze data.

Competencies

Values

• Integrity
• Accountability
• Inclusion
• Innovation
• Teamwork