Electronic Test Technician

Spectra-Physics, Ophir and Newport are brands within the MKS Instruments Light & Motion division. We provide a full range of solutions including lasers for precision industrial and scientific research applications, laser and LED measurement, beam profiling, precision motion control, optical tables and vibration isolation systems, photonics instruments, opto-mechanical components and optical elements. MKS Light & Motion solutions enhance our customers’ capabilities and productivity in the semiconductor, industrial technologies, life and health sciences, research and defense markets.

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New Focus, an MKS/Newport company, is looking for an Electronic Test Technician that is knowledgeable in handling and testing ESD sensitive devices coupled to optical fibers. Should be knowledgeable of optical fiber transmission, insertion loss, and return loss.  Basic knowledge of electronical PCBA and component (resistor, capacitor etc.). What you will do:

• Test high speed electro-optic converters in manufacturing
• Couple and optimize alignment of optical fibers to photo-detectors
• Troubleshoot problems, evaluate and determine corrections and implement corrections on laser systems.

What you will bring to the role and to our team are the following qualifications and skills:

• Minimum 3-4 years of electronic instrument or laser manufacturing experience with associate degree in related field
• Experience handling ESD sensitive components
• Experience handling, inspecting, and cleaning of optical fibers
• Experience with high-speed RF circuits desirable.
• Experience assembling small electronic devices.
• Understanding and working with Network Analyze, Power meter, Spectrum Analyzer, Oscilloscope, DVM, laser sources, power supplies.
• Optical and diode fiber handling experience required
• Soldering experience desired
• Excellent workmanship and attention to detail
• Good manual dexterity
• Knowledge of SAP or other MRP system
• The ability to read, write and comprehend English.
• The ability to assist others and work in a team-oriented environment
• Intermediate MS Office Skills