Alignment Technician

Smiths-Interconnect; Salisbury (MD); On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision

Job summary

Smiths Interconnect, a Molex company, in Salisbury, MD, seeks an Alignment Technician to join our production team. You will assemble components and subassemblies with precision, following procedures and schematics to ensure quality and reliability.

Operate equipment, read instructions, calibrate test instruments, test performance under environmental conditions, and participate in documentation and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Able to read and interpret simple instructions and schematics.
• Proficient in using mechanical inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, pin gauges).
• Able to communicate effectively with peers and leaders.
• Willing to work with others to achieve team goals.
• Identify process problems and learn new Information quickly.

Responsibilities

• Operate assigned equipment as instructed.
• Calibrate test instruments per specifications.
• Align filters to correct RF parameters and read network analyzer outputs.
• Test and record performance of subassemblies under defined conditions.
• Troubleshoot and repair filters as needed.
• Assist engineering with tuning documentation and processes.

Skills

Reading instructions

Reading schematics

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Pin gauges

Thread gauges

Microscope

Job description

Smiths Interconnect, a Molex company, is seeking an Alignment Technician who is detail-oriented and reliable Assembler to join our production team in Salisbury, United States. In this role, you'll play a vital part in our manufacturing operations by assembling components, systems, and subsystems with precision and care.

Our Team

You'll work in a collaborative environment where your contributions directly impact product quality and our company's success. If you take pride in your work and thrive in a structured, goal-oriented setting, we'd love to hear from you!

What You Will Do

• 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 according to specifications
• Connect unit to be tested to test equipment such as network analyzer
• Ability to 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 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

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• 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

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.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

With a strong legacy of engineering excellence, Smiths Interconnect, a Molex company, is part of Molex’s Aerospace & Defense Solutions Division and represents the Signal Technologies business unit. Smiths Interconnect delivers mission-critical connectivity solutions—including ruggedized connectors, cable assemblies, Fiber & RF, and high-reliability technologies—designed to perform in the most demanding environments. From aerospace and defense to space, medical, and industrial applications, our innovative products enable reliability where it matters most. Join a passionate, global team helping shape the future of high-reliability interconnect solutions.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.