Advanced Quality Technician

VIAVI Solutions; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

VIAVI Solutions is seeking an Advanced Quality Technician to bridge traditional quality control with modern data analytics. You will use Python, SQL, and machine learning to predict issues and automate data reliability, while performing inspections and coordinating testing activities.

You will document quality observations, help identify and resolve issues, and support project teams in achieving continuous improvement and operational excellence across manufacturing.

Qualifications

• 1-5+ years of progressive experience in a quality function in the Aerospace/Defense Industry.
• Reliability engineering background with experience in developing reliability tests and statistics.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate with diverse teams.
• Proficiency in SQL and Python for data automation, extraction, and analysis is a plus.
• Experience with Six Sigma, root-cause thinking, MSA, and SPC is a plus.
• Experience using measuring equipment such as calipers and micrometers.
• Advanced math skills and proficiency with MS Office.
• Experience in database structure and data flows.

Responsibilities

• Investigate, document, and contain nonconforming products.
• Review product history to determine actions in nonconformance resolution.
• Review product test records in company databases.
• Collaborate with Engineering & R&D to discuss observations.
• Work with rework/repair technicians to rework products.
• Maintain accurate inspection reports, quality logs, and testing records.
• Track quality issues through resolution and verify corrective actions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

SQL & Python

Six Sigma

Measuring tools

Quantitative skills

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

SQL

Python

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.

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

VIAVI Solutions is a global provider of network test, monitoring and assurance solutions. The Advanced Quality Technician bridges traditional quality control (such as manufacturing defect tracking or process KPIs) with modern data analytics, utilizing tools like Python, SQL, and machine learning to predict issues and automate data reliability

They perform inspections, coordinate testing activities, document quality observations, and assist in identifying and resolving quality issues. This position serves as a technical resource to project teams while promoting a culture of quality, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Investigate, document, and contain nonconforming products.


• Review product history to determine the best course of action in nonconformance resolution and unit disposition


• Review product test records (acceptance criteria and test graphs) in company developed databases


• Work with Engineering & R&D teams to discuss any concerning or unexplainable observations


• Work with rework / repair technicians to get product adequately reworked


• Perform mass- nonconformances and aide in product quarantining and release


• Understand product routers and test sequences so as to allow for efficient rerouting of NC units


• Process NCRs generated by production and distribute documentation as required.


• Help direct improvements from data review that affect overall test and/or manufacturing operations


• Serve as an aide for all personnel regarding NC (Nonconformance) flow and action in ERP


• Maintain accurate inspection reports, quality logs, punch lists, testing records, and project documentation.


• Track quality issues through resolution and verify corrective actions have been completed.


• Assist in maintaining project quality records in accordance with company and contractual requirements.


• Prepare quality reports for project leadership as requested.


• Measure and inspect work-in-process and finished products to ensure compliance with customer specifications

Qualifications

• 1-5+ years of progressive experience in a quality function in the Aerospace/Defense Industry.


• Reliability engineering background with experience in developing reliability tests, analyzing and reporting reliability statistics; expertise in 1 or more reliability software applications


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills


• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with diverse teams


• Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and/or equivalent combination of training and experience.


• Proficiency in SQL and Python (or R) for data automation, extraction, and analysis is a plus


• Experience with Six Sigma, root-cause thinking, measurement systems analysis, and SPC is a plus


• Experience in the use of measuring equipment – calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.


• Advanced math skills


• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, etc.)


• Experience in database structure and data flows

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