Your Job As a Senior Process Technician, you will contribute to the development and validation of 28G optical transceivers by characterizing, analyzing, and documenting product performance. This role plays a critical part in test station development, software integration, laboratory operations, and technical support throughout the product design and development lifecycle. Our Team You will work within the Test and Engineering organization, partnering closely with Test Engineering, Product Development, and Manufacturing teams. The group focuses on high‑speed optoelectronic testing, continuous improvement of test capabilities, and reliable product performance. What You Will Do Characterize, analyze, document, and present performance results for optical transceivers Operate, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot optoelectronic test stations Participate in the development of new test stations, including equipment characterization and software integration Develop and maintain software architectures for test stations using Python Design and implement front‑end applications and user interfaces (JavaScript, HTML, CSS) Integrate database tools into test protocols (e.g., SQL, XML) Establish and maintain documentation control infrastructure (e.g., Git) Maintain and support test applications used across the organization Develop and maintain user and maintenance documentation for test systems Support deployment, implementation, and training of new test software and tools Work with the Test Engineering Lead to develop and refine test protocols Participate in laboratory organization, equipment upkeep, and maintainability initiatives Share observations, investigate technical issues, and propose solutions to engineering teams Train colleagues and provide technical support across the organization as needed Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) College or university degree in Applied Science, Computing Science, Electronics, or a related technical discipline Experience working with optoelectronic, high‑speed electronics, fiber‑optic systems, and laboratory test equipment Proficiency with Python scripting for test automation or data processing Ability to analyze data, synthesize results, and communicate findings effectively Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently while collaborating with a team Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English What Will Put You Ahead Experience developing or supporting automated test stations in an R&D or manufacturing environment Experience with database integration and data management in test environments Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) Experience supporting software deployment and user training Demonstrated leadership in laboratory organization, test methodology improvement, or mentoring others 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. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy 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.
Your Job
As a Senior Process Technician, you will contribute to the development and validation of 28G optical transceivers by characterizing, analyzing, and documenting product performance. This role plays a critical part in test station development, software integration, laboratory operations, and technical support throughout the product design and development lifecycle.
Our Team
You will work within the Test and Engineering organization, partnering closely with Test Engineering, Product Development, and Manufacturing teams. The group focuses on high‑speed optoelectronic testing, continuous improvement of test capabilities, and reliable product performance.
What You Will Do
Characterize, analyze, document, and present performance results for optical transceivers
Operate, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot optoelectronic test stations
Participate in the development of new test stations, including equipment characterization and software integration
Develop and maintain software architectures for test stations using Python
Design and implement front‑end applications and user interfaces (JavaScript, HTML, CSS)
Integrate database tools into test protocols (e.g., SQL, XML)
Establish and maintain documentation control infrastructure (e.g., Git)
Maintain and support test applications used across the organization
Develop and maintain user and maintenance documentation for test systems
Support deployment, implementation, and training of new test software and tools
Work with the Test Engineering Lead to develop and refine test protocols
Participate in laboratory organization, equipment upkeep, and maintainability initiatives
Share observations, investigate technical issues, and propose solutions to engineering teams
Train colleagues and provide technical support across the organization as needed
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
College or university degree in Applied Science, Computing Science, Electronics, or a related technical discipline
Experience working with optoelectronic, high‑speed electronics, fiber‑optic systems, and laboratory test equipment
Proficiency with Python scripting for test automation or data processing
Ability to analyze data, synthesize results, and communicate findings effectively
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities
Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently while collaborating with a team
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
What Will Put You Ahead
Experience developing or supporting automated test stations in an R&D or manufacturing environment
Experience with database integration and data management in test environments
Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git)
Experience supporting software deployment and user training
Demonstrated leadership in laboratory organization, test methodology improvement, or mentoring others
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. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy
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.
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