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Here at Xtera our world-class team is made up of seasoned, top-notch professionals who encourage different ideas & innovative approaches.  Xtera, Inc. is a privately held Global network equipment and services company, and a leading provider of optical networks for subsea applications.  Xtera specializes in network infrastructure that delivers the highest capacity, reach and density.  Our Long-haul, Submarine, combine with our deployment expertise to drive customer success and long term value.

We’re well run, well positioned, & well equipped to provide disruptive technology that will transform existing markets.  If you aim to challenge the norm and positively impact the lives of people around the world, then you are definitely one of us. Apply now for a current vacancy and join a truly global and innovative company to start making a difference.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Manufacturing Test Engineer

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the VP of Operations, the Manufacturing Test Engineer is responsible for maintaining/debugging specialized test stations and troubleshooting/debugging optical and high-speed digital products in manufacturing.  The Engineer also recommends rework for developmental and production mechanical, electronic components, parts, equipment and systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Provide support by troubleshooting problems and effecting timely solutions to maintain the continuity of production flow and RMA repairs
  • Compile, assess and analyze production test data. Recommend improvement strategies to improve yield
  • Identify requirements for tooling, personnel, training, etc., necessary to test components, subassemblies and assemblies. Develop processes, methods, tooling and production controls for new programs; supervises their assembly and proofing
  • Work with Cross Functional teams to support design engineering during the design / development process to ensure that the design represents a cost-effective solution in terms of reliability, producibility and supportability and meets the performance requirements over the life of the product
  • Maintain Test stations, troubleshoot electronic circuits

Qualifications

Attributes/Skills Required/Sought:

  • Ability to speak, read and write the English language
  • Able to mentally visualize and comprehend all aspects of a manufacturing equipment or tooling problem, understand the interrelationships of factors affecting a given situation and be attentive to detail
  • Capable of efficiently integrating existing methods with new innovations to economically solve production problems in a timely manner
  • Proficient with TestStand, LABVIEW & LabWindows CVI or similar development environments

Experience/Education Required

  • Four (4) year Electrical Engineering degree or equivalent experience in optical and high-speed digital products
  • Minimum 3 years experience in supporting and debugging optical and high-speed digital designs
  • Experience in test process development for optical and high-speed digital products
  • Understanding of RF and RF test techniques desired

Equal Opportunity Employer – minorities / females / veterans / individuals with disabilities / sexual orientation / gender identity.

Ability to lift 35 lbs

Primary Location: Melbourne Florida

Citizenship: US Citizenship required

Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 15 % of the Time within the United States

US Security Clearance Required: None

Candidates should contact careers@xtera.com to make an application.