Posted by: KITCO Fiber Optics on Oct 06, 2020
Location:
Virginia Beach , VA 23462
Job Description:
Job Description
Responsibilities
• Responsible for supporting custom cable assembly quoting activity by:
o Reading and interpreting customer supplied cable assembly drawings (electrical and fiber optic)
o Recommending solutions that fall within current company capabilities
o If inquiry is outside current company capabilities, manage/recommend outsource options
• Building a bill of materials and recommended source of supply for components
• Developing strong technical relationships with key vendors and customers
• Provide technical support internally and externally for all aspects of cable assembly manufacture, function and connector technology
• Occasional involvement in industry education opportunities, technical forums, standards committees, technical webinars/seminars
• Occasional travel to support sales opportunities and customer service site visits
• Participate in formal investigations and failure analysis in support of customer return authorizations
Skills
• Strong knowledge and/or aptitude to become a Subject Matter Expert in key areas of cable assembly and connector technology, e.g. fiber optics
• Good understanding of technical drawing interpretation
• Good communication skills for internal and external interaction
• Innovation and problem-solving skills
• Basic skill in 2D/3D CAD, e.g. SOLIDWORKS™
• Associates Degree or relevant experience
• 2+ years services experience in related industry (5+ years preferred)
Job Type: Full-time
COVID-19 considerations:
Interviews are being conducted via Zoom.
Education Level:
Associates degree
Pay Rate:
Commensurate with experience
Travel Requirements:
Light