As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.
.Test Fixture Build Project Manager
Organization/Group:
Test Station and Fixture build team. Working the TEAL lab.
- Key responsibilities:
- Program Manage Test fixture and mechanical assembly.
- Provide scheduling and meet deadlines as per overall build requirements.
- Provide guidance and scheduling support to external contractors for development and build of test fixtures.
- Mechanical capable role to support Test Station Fixture Assembly.
- Test station documentation, builds, inventory management, equipment tracking, PO requests and tracking
- Test Station assembly, documentation & maintenance
- Mechanical assembly of circuit packs and test jigs, both following work instructions and creating work instructions
- Equipment tracking & escalation of material shortages to trigger new orders
- Install and solder electronic components
- Removal and reinstallation of components
- Addition of wire barnacles, PCB trace modifications and other board upgrades as directed by designers and test engineers.
- Visual inspection of PCBA and repair work to confirm compliance with corporate and industry standard
- Provide feedback on assembly issues to assist engineers in development of shop instructions for factory deployment.
Qualifications and Experience required: - Familiar with Laboratory environment
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Able to provide feedback to team members in a clear and constructive manner.
- Work with cross functional teams and CM’s around the world to support completing NPI tasks
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability manage multiple projects at the same time
- Willingness to engage others to achieve results
- Skills to schedule and plan activities around project completion.
Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business. Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.
Non-Sales employees may be eligible for a discretionary incentive bonus, while Sales employees may be eligible for a sales commission. In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, participation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time. We also comply with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.
At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.
Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.
Skills Required
- Program/project manage test fixture and mechanical assembly
- Schedule activities and meet build deadlines
- Provide guidance and scheduling support to external contractors
- Mechanical assembly of circuit packs, test jigs, and fixtures
- Create and follow work instructions for assembly
- Test station documentation, builds, inventory management, equipment tracking, PO requests and tracking
- Install and solder electronic components
- Removal and reinstallation of components, PCB trace modifications, and board upgrades
- Visual inspection and repair of PCBA to corporate and industry standards
- Familiarity with laboratory environment
- Strong organizational, troubleshooting, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to provide clear, constructive feedback to team members
- Work with cross-functional teams and contract manufacturers globally to support NPI tasks
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Willingness to engage others to achieve results
- Skills to schedule and plan activities around project completion
Ciena Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is often characterized as competitive or above-market in certain roles and regions, with references to market-aligned salary ranges and transparency around pay bands.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is frequently framed as comprehensive, including medical, dental, and vision, with indications that coverage can extend to dependents and is viewed as a meaningful component of total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are described as flexible and generous, including Flex/uncapped PTO in many cases and additional paid time for volunteering.
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What We Do
Ciena (NYSE: CIEN) is a global leader in networking systems, services, and software. We build the world’s most adaptive networks to enable our customers to deliver richer, more connected experiences for all users. At our core, Ciena is a company rooted in people. We prioritize deep, collaborative relationships within our teams and alongside our customers, partners, and communities around the world. For three-plus decades, we’ve brought our humanity to our relentless pursuit of innovation. We continue to lead the evolution of networking with a strong track record of industry firsts. As end-user expectations skyrocket, our customers and their networks must transform. Ciena powers this transformation by driving next-generation solutions built for maximum openness and agility—today and into the future. Corporate/Brand Values: • Customer First • Integrity • Velocity • Innovation • Outstanding People We're the perfect size for you to make an impact. W Only Ciena has the depth of expertise and the culture of collaboration and partnership required to help our partners evolve. We do this by strategically integrating hardware, services, and software in an open environment to ensure our clients’ networks are ‘fit for flexibility’ today and into the f
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