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Viavi Solutions Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Job summary

VIAVI Solutions Inc. in Wichita, Kansas is seeking an Electronics Automated Test System Operator to join the 2nd shift.

You will operate automated test stands to evaluate avionics and communications test units, interpret results, and maintain accuracy under production demand. Responsibilities include reviewing test data, prioritizing work in a mixed-model environment, following instructions, and collaborating with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve issues.

Qualifications

• Experience with electronic test equipment, automated test systems, or related technical environments preferred.
• Ability to interpret test data, logs, and failure indicators.
• Strong multitasking skills and the ability to manage shifting priorities in a mixed-model workflow.
• High attention to detail and adherence to process discipline.
• Effective communication skills and comfort working cross-functionally.
• Ability to work independently on 2nd shift with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operate automated electronic test systems to execute test sequences on avionics and communications test units.
• Review, interpret, and validate test results; identify abnormal behavior and potential failure modes.
• Prioritize work effectively in a mixed-model environment with varying product types and complexity.
• Follow explicit test instructions, procedures, and work instructions, as well as implicit expectations based on product knowledge and operational needs.
• Escalate issues appropriately and collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams when failures require deeper investigation.
• Maintain accurate records of test outcomes, failures, and rework requirements.
• Ensure test equipment is used properly and safely, reporting any anomalies or equipment concerns.
• Support a culture of urgency, quality, and continuous improvement within the test area.

Skills

Electronic test equipment

Test data interpretation

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Cross-functional communication

Independent work

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. 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:

Electronics Automated Test System Operator - 2nd Shift Position Summary The Electronics Automated Test System Operator is responsible for operating automated test stands to evaluate avionics and communications test (service monitor) units. This role requires strong technical discipline, the ability to interpret test results, and the skill to identify potential modes of failure. The operator will manage a mixed-model workflow, balancing multiple product types while maintaining accuracy, urgency, and adherence to established processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate automated electronic test systems to execute test sequences on a variety of avionics and communications test units.
• Review, interpret, and validate test results; identify abnormal behavior and potential failure modes.
• Prioritize work effectively in a mixed-model environment with varying product types and complexity.
• Follow explicit test instructions, procedures, and work instructions, as well as implicit expectations based on product knowledge and operational needs.
• Escalate issues appropriately and collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams when failures require deeper investigation.
• Maintain accurate records of test outcomes, failures, and rework requirements.
• Ensure test equipment is used properly and safely, reporting any anomalies or equipment concerns.
• Support a culture of urgency, quality, and continuous improvement within the test area.

Pre-Requisites / Skills / Experience Requirements:

• Experience with electronic test equipment, automated test systems, or related technical environments preferred.
• Ability to interpret test data, logs, and failure indicators.
• Strong multitasking skills and the ability to manage shifting priorities in a mixed-model workflow.
• High attention to detail and adherence to process discipline.
• Effective communication skills and comfort working cross-functionally.
• Ability to work independently on 2nd shift with minimal supervision.

Work Environment

Shift: 2nd shift

Overtime: Occasionally required (<5%), based on production demand

Fast-paced environment with a strong focus on accuracy, throughput, and customer commitments

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

VIAVI empowers Service Providers and IT organizations to manage the network lifecycle for complex 5G and Fiber networks with intuitive instruments, systems and technologies; and our expertise in light management and optical coatings help protect the world's bank notes from counterfeiters, enhance the colors you see, and enable advanced technology such as 3D sensing. We are a team of thought leaders who have the freedom to support and innovate and look for new effective and efficient solutions for our customers.