Fiber Optic Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, process support, technical lab, automation, assembly, or engineering technician work preferred.
• Hands-on experience with tools, fixtures, equipment setup, mechanical assembly, process trials, or prototype builds.
• Ability to follow work instructions, safety procedures, engineering direction, and technical documentation.
• Basic understanding of process control, quality expectations, measurement practices, and documentation requirements.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work closely with engineers, technicians, and lab leadership.

Nice To Haves

• technical certificate or associate degree in a related field preferred.
• Fiber termination, splicing, or test experience highly valued.
• Fiber optic test, connector termination, cable assembly (electrical or fiber) build, fiber splicing, assembly automation, Data Center installation or product development lab experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and support prototype builds, process trials, tooling evaluations, automation activities, and advanced termination process development work.
• Operate fiber optic termination equipment, fiber splicers, cable prep tools, lab equipment, and process development systems in accordance with work instructions, safety requirements, and engineering direction.
• Build, prepare, inspect, and document samples used for engineering evaluation, design verification, qualification testing, and process development.
• Partner with R&D engineers to troubleshoot process issues, evaluate process performance, and identify opportunities to improve repeatability, throughput, and quality.
• Collect and record process data, build observations, equipment settings, issues, and improvement ideas in a clear and timely manner.
• Assist with fixture setup, equipment changeovers, material preparation, and lab readiness for current and upcoming development work.
• Support creation and improvement of work instructions, process documentation, technician standard work, and training materials.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized lab environment and follow AFL environmental, health, and safety policies.
• Communicate barriers, material needs, equipment issues, and process concerns to the R&D Lab Manager or engineering team.
• Perform other fiber optic lab and process development duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

Benefits

• A hybrid in office schedule for qualifying employees
• Flexible time off policy
• 401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)
• Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programs
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy options
• Opportunities for career advancement with an industry leading company!