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FIRMWARE ENGINEER - Ethernet Switching (Job #05-2010)

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (Job # 18-2010)

HARDWARE ENGINEER (Job #06-2010)

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER (Job #07-2010)

INSIDE SALES REPRESENTATIVE (Job # 15-2020)

MECHANICAL ASSEMBLER (Job #21-2010)

MID-ATLANTIC REGIONAL SALES MANAGER - Northern Virginia/Washington , D. C. (Job #14-2010)

NORTH CENTRAL REGIONAL SALES MANAGER - Chicago, IL (Job #02-2010)

NORTHEAST REGIONAL SALES MANAGER - New York (Job #01-2010)

NORTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL SALES MANAGER - San Jose, CA (Job #31-2010)

PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR (Job # 26-2010)

QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER - MANUFACTURING (Job #09-2010)

SHIPPING/RECEIVING CLERK (Job #24-2010)

SMT MACHINE OPERATOR (Job #22-2010)

SMT REWORK AND INSPECTION OPERATOR (Job #30-2010)

SOFTWARE ENGINEER (Job #20-2010)

SOFTWARE QUALITY ASSURANCE ENGINEER (Job #04-2010)

SOFTWARE QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER (Job #08-2010)

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL SALES MANAGER - LOS ANGELES, CA (Job #03-2010)

TECHNICAL SERVICES MANAGER (Job #10-2010)

TEST TECHNICIAN (Job #29-2010)

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FIRMWARE ENGINEER - Ethernet Switching (Job #05-2010) - Apply Now


APCON, Inc., the worldwide leader of Physical Layer Switching solutions for Test Lab Automation and Enterprise monitoring, is always looking for Firmware Engineers to design and develop our next generation of products. If you enjoy an innovative, fast-paced environment developing your own designs, while working alongside seasoned professionals, this is the opportunity you have been searching for!

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Responsible for design and development of new embedded Linux software applications from conception through production
  • Develop tools to validate firmware design plus collect/analyze the data
  • Investigate problem reports, determine root cause and recommend solutions
  • Participate in technical reviews of product hardware/firmware/software requirements and designs
  • Generate and document new firmware for release
  • Update existing product lines as needed
  • Work in both an independent and team member environment to meet product goals

Qualifications

  • BSEE or BSCS degree required
  • 5+ years development experience in the following:
    • Embedded systems development in C/C++/Assembly
    • RTOS design
    • Linux low-level kernel, networking, and device drivers
    • Gnu cross-platform tools (gcc, gdb, etc.)
    • Understanding of LAN protocols, including TCP/IP
  • 3+ years development experience in the following:
    • Ethernet layer 2/3 switching
    • Network processors for Ethernet, especially Marvell and Broadcom
    • Source code management tools, including CVS, SVN
  • Experience with I/O hardware
  • Experience with web user interface development for embedded systems (Flex/HTML/CSS/Javascript)
  • Experience with PCI and PCI-E Linux device drivers a plus
  • Experience with embedded video and power-on testing is a plus

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Three weeks paid time off
  • Health, dental, life and supplemental insurance
  • 401 (k) retirement plan
  • Flexible Spending Plan
  • On-site fitness facility

Location

APCON is located just off I-5 in Wilsonville, Oregon and is convenient to restaurants, banking, and shopping. Come join our growing team and see your contributions make an immediate impact!



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ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (Job # 18-2010) - Apply Now


APCON, Inc., the worldwide leader of Physical Layer Switching solutions for Test Lab Automation and Enterprise monitoring, is seeking a an Engineering Technician. This individual will provide technical assistance and resolution when electrical or engineering problems are encountered before, during and after product construction. If you enjoy an innovative, fast-paced environment, this is the opportunity you have been looking for!

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot, repair and test electrical equipment and related devices
  • Modify electrical prototypes, parts, assemblies and systems to correct functional deviations
  • Set up and operate test equipment to evaluate performance of developmental parts and assemblies and record results
  • Collaborate with electrical engineers and other personnel to identify, define and solve developmental problems
  • Analyze and interpret test information to resolve design related problems
  • Conduct inspections for quality control and assurance programs, reporting findings and recommendations
  • Review existing electrical engineering criteria to identify necessary revisions, deletions or amendments to outdated material
  • Make recommendations for improvements or modifications to correct problems

Qualifications

  • 5+ years experience as an Engineering Technician
  • Thorough knowledge of the principles, methods and techniques used in the installation, maintenance and service of electro-mechanical equipment
  • Detail oriented with the ability to muti-task to meet multiple deadlines
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Associate’s degree in a electrical/electronic engineering or equivalent from the military or technical school preferred

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Three weeks paid time off
  • Health, dental, life and supplemental insurance
  • 401 (k) retirement plan
  • Flexible Spending Plan
  • On-site fitness facility

Location

APCON is located just off I-5 in Wilsonville, Oregon and is convenient to restaurants, banking, and shopping. Come join our growing team and see your contributions make an immediate impact!



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HARDWARE ENGINEER (Job #06-2010) - Apply Now


APCON, Inc., the worldwide leader of Physical Layer Switching solutions for Test Lab Automation and Enterprise monitoring, is searching for a Hardware Engineer to design and develop our next generation of products. If you enjoy an innovative, fast-paced environment developing your own designs, while working alongside seasoned professionals, this is the opportunity you have been looking for.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Responsible for design and development of leading edge network switch solutions
  • Upgrading existing product lines
  • Position will require a creative, self-motivated individual with past success meeting product development goals working in both an independent and team member environment

Qualifications

  • BSEE degree required
  • 5+ years development experience in the following:
    • Embedded microprocessor design
    • Embedded Ethernet/USB/PCI
    • FPGA/PGA high speed I/O interfaces using Verilog and/or VHDL
  • Experience with C/C++/Assembly as required to develop, test and debug embedded system design
  • Embedded Linux development a plus

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Three weeks paid time off
  • Health, dental, life and supplemental insurance
  • 401 (k) retirement plan
  • Flexible Spending Plan
  • On-site fitness facility

Location

APCON is located just off I-5 in Wilsonville, Oregon and is convenient to restaurants, banking, and shopping. Come join our growing team and see your contributions make an immediate impact!



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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER (Job #07-2010) - Apply Now


APCON, Inc., the worldwide leader of Physical Layer Switching solutions for Test Lab Automation and Enterprise monitoring, is searching for a Information Technology Manager. This position is responsible for the overall security, planning, organizing, and execution of all IT functions. If you enjoy an innovative, fast-paced environment, this is the opportunity you have been looking for!

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Leads APCON’s IT initiatives and plays an integral role in identifying and implementing technology solutions to meet business demands
  • Develops configuration and performance standards for the network and implements/monitors controls to ensure that they are maintained
  • Directs IT department personnel administration activities including job assignment, training, and performance evaluation
  • Develops and promotes security awareness tools and techniques
  • Administers the security of the Company network, including intrusion, detection and prevention solutions
  • Responds to security monitoring and resolves issues as detected by internal tools
  • Manages and maintains Microsoft IIS, Active Directory and Exchange servers
  • Manages and maintains BES server and supports end users
  • Manages and maintains VMware virtual servers
  • Troubleshoots network issues/problems (TCP/IP, Ethernet)
  • Implements and configures VLAN’s and Subnets
  • Manages and optimizes the security and functionality of APCON’s VPN
  • Performs routine preventative maintenance on hardware and software
  • Ensures network, workstations, phones and other technologies are operational
  • Make recommendations on ways to improve the network systems
  • Organizes and maintains the Company software licensing agreements

Qualifications

  • BS in Computer Science, Information Science or related field preferred
  • 7-10 years experience as an Information Technology Manager performing the functions detailed above
  • Proven ability to supervise an IT team and manage departmental budgets and procurement processes
  • 5+ years experience in LAN/VPN networks
  • 5+ years experience with VMware virtual server environments
  • 5+ years experience working with Microsoft Active Directory and Exchange
  • Experience defining, planning and executing a broad range of technology projects with consideration for scope, schedule, budget, quality and risk
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Strong reasoning and analysis skills

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Three weeks paid time off
  • Health, dental, life and supplemental insurance
  • 401 (k) retirement plan
  • Flexible Spending Plan
  • On-site fitness facility

Location

APCON is located just off I-5 in Wilsonville, Oregon and is convenient to restaurants, banking, and shopping. Come join our growing team and see your contributions make an immediate impact!



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INSIDE SALES REPRESENTATIVE (Job # 15-2020) - Apply Now


APCON is expanding its Inside Sales team.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities include lead generation within a targeted market via research and cold calling. The successful candidate will primarily use the telephone and email as tools to contact potential and existing customers. You will provide technical information and collateral material about our product lines, written quotes and overall customer support.

Qualifications

APCON is looking for a sales professional with 1 or more years of sales experience preferably selling computer hardware or high technology, excellent written and verbal communication skills, a history of job stability and exceeding sales quotas, and strong PC skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.). BS/BA degree preferred, but not required. APCON is a smoke-free, drug-free work environment. We are located just off Interstate 5 in Wilsonville, OR. We offer a professional, inviting office environment and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

APCON offers a competitive compensation package including base salary, bonus opportunity, 401(k) retirement plan, two weeks paid vacation and health/dental/supplemental insurance.

Location

Wilsonville OR



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MECHANICAL ASSEMBLER (Job #21-2010) - Apply Now


APCON, Inc., the worldwide leader of Physical Layer Switching solutions for Test Lab Automation and Enterprise monitoring, is seeking a Mechanical Assembler. This individual will be responsible for the mechanical assembly of rack mountable network systems through the preparation of components, power supplies, PCBs, wiring and chassis assemblies. If you enjoy an innovative, fast-paced environment, this is the opportunity you have been looking for!

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Perform a wide variety of electro-mechanical assembly operations on assemblies and sub-assemblies in a production environment
  • Operate drill, drill-press, dremel tool, band saw and other small tools as needed
  • Work from assembly drawings, schematics, and documentation
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area for all jobs in process and accompanying paperwork
  • Determine methods in sequence of operation for wiring, component installation, and preparation of sub-assemblies to ensure lean manufacturing principles and reduce down time
  • Communicate effectively with SMT line, material handler, test technician, and manager on daily priorities

Qualifications

  • 2+ years experience in mechanical assembly, wiring or repair of electro-mechanical equipment in a manufacturing environment
  • Working knowledge of manufacturing materials management
  • Demonstrated ability to read diagrams or schematics, bills of material, and other documents associated with mechanical assembly
  • Well organized, self-starter with the capabity to work cooperatively in a team environment
  • Ability to lift 60 pounds and stand/sit for long periods of time
  • Soldering skills a plus

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Three weeks paid time off
  • Health, dental, life and supplemental insurance
  • 401 (k) retirement plan
  • Flexible Spending Plan
  • On-site fitness facility

Location

APCON is located just off I-5 in Wilsonville, Oregon and is convenient to restaurants, banking, and shopping. Come join our growing team and see your contributions make an immediate impact!



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MID-ATLANTIC REGIONAL SALES MANAGER - Northern Virginia/Washington , D. C. (Job #14-2010) - Apply Now


APCON Inc. has an immediate need for a Regional Sales Manager due to exponential growth and customer demand. APCON is the leader in Physical Layer network switching and software management.

The Regional Sales Manager position will be home office based in the Northern VA/Washington DC area covering the Mid-Atlantic territory. The ideal candidate will have sales and application experience selling network switching products or analysis equipment to test labs, data centers and large enterprises. Local account knowledge of the Fortune 500, telecommunications, military/government and OEMs (computer hardware/software) is required. General knowledge of networking protocols including Fibre Channel, Ethernet and SONET highly desired.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities include prospecting new accounts, qualifying and closing accounts, maintaining existing customer relationships, multi-state travel performing customer demonstrations, channel sales partner trainings/support and attending trade shows. This sales candidate must be an independent, self-starter with a "hunter" mentality and able to perform in a results-oreinted sales environment.

Qualifications

B.S. Degree (prefer computer science or engineering), minimum 5+ years outside sales experience selling switches, networking hardware or high technology products, remote sales office experience, excellent written and verbal communications skills, Outlook/PowerPoint/Excel/Goldmine experience, a history of job stability and exceeding sales quotas.

Benefits

APCON offers a competitive compensation package including base salary, 401(k) plan, Flexible Spending Plan, three weeks paid time off, health, dental and supplemental insurance.

Location

Headquartered in Portland, OR, this Regional Sales Manager position will be based in the Mid-Atlantic states.



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NORTH CENTRAL REGIONAL SALES MANAGER - Chicago, IL (Job #02-2010) - Apply Now


APCON Inc. has an immediate need for a Regional Sales Manager due to exponential growth and customer demand. APCON is the leader in Physical Layer network switching and software management. The Regional Sales Manager position will be home office based in Chicago, IL covering the North Central territory. The ideal candidate will have sales and application experience selling network switching products or analysis equipment to test labs, data centers and large enterprises. Local account knowledge of the Fortune 500, telecommunications, military/government and OEMs (computer hardware/software) is required. General knowledge of networking protocols including Fibre Channel, Ethernet and SONET highly desired.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities include prospecting new accounts, qualifying and closing accounts, maintaining existing customer relationships, multi-state travel performing customer demonstrations, channel sales partner trainings/support and attending trade shows. This sales candidate must be an independent, self-starter with a "hunter" mentality and able to perform in a results-oriented sales environment.

Qualifications

B.S. Degree (prefer computer science or engineering), minimum 5+ years outside sales experience selling switches, networking hardware or high technology products, remote sales office experience, excellent written and verbal communications skills, Outlook/PowerPoint/Excel/CRM experience, a history of job stability and exceeding sales quotas.

Benefits

APCON offers a competitive compensation package including base salary, 401(k) plan, Flexible Spending Plan, three weeks paid time off, health, dental, and supplemental insurance.

Location

Headquartered in Wilsonville, OR, this Regional Sales Manager position will be based in Chicago, IL.



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NORTHEAST REGIONAL SALES MANAGER - New York (Job #01-2010) - Apply Now


APCON Inc. has an immediate need for a Regional Sales Manager due to exponential growth and customer demand. APCON is the leader in Physical Layer network switching and software management.

The Regional Sales Manager position will be home office based in New York, NY covering the Northeast territory. The ideal candidate will have sales and application experience selling network switching products or analysis equipment to test labs, data centers and large enterprises. Local account knowledge of the Fortune 500, telecommunications, military/government and OEMs (computer hardware/software) is required. General knowledge of networking protocols including Fibre Channel, Ethernet and SONET highly desired.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities include prospecting new accounts, qualifying and closing accounts, maintaining existing customer relationships, multi-state travel performing customer demonstrations, channel sales partner trainings/support and attending trade shows. This sales candidate must be an independent, self-starter with a "hunter" mentality and able to perform in a results-oriented sales environment.

Qualifications

B.S. Degree (prefer computer science or engineering), minimum 5+ years outside sales experience selling switches, networking hardware or high technology products, remote sales office experience, excellent written and verbal communications skills, Outlook/PowerPoint/Excel/Goldmine experience, a history of job stability and exceeding sales quotas.

Benefits

APCON offers a competitive compensation package including base salary, 401(k) plan, Flexible Spending Plan, three weeks paid time off, health, dental, and supplemental insurance.

Location

Headquartered in Portland, OR, this Regional Sales Manager position will be based in New York, NY.



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NORTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL SALES MANAGER - San Jose, CA (Job #31-2010) - Apply Now


APCON Inc. has an immediate need for a Regional Sales Manager due to exponential growth and customer demand. APCON is the leader in Physical Layer network switching and software management.

The Regional Sales Manager position will be home office based in San Jose, CA covering the Northern California territory. The ideal candidate will have sales and application experience selling network switching products or analysis equipment to test labs, data centers and large enterprises. Local account knowledge of the Fortune 500, telecommunications, military/government and OEMs (computer hardware/software) is required. General knowledge of networking protocols including Fibre Channel, Ethernet and SONET highly desired.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities include prospecting new accounts, qualifying and closing accounts, maintaining existing customer relationships, multi-state travel performing customer demonstrations, channel sales partner trainings/support and attending trade shows. This sales candidate must be an independent, self-starter with a "hunter" mentality and able to perform in a results-oriented sales environment.

Qualifications

B.S. Degree (prefer computer science or engineering), minimum 5+ years outside sales experience selling switches, networking hardware or high technology products, remote sales office experience, excellent written and verbal communications skills, Outlook/PowerPoint/Excel/Goldmine experience, a history of job stability and exceeding sales quotas

Benefits

APCON offers a competitive compensation package including base salary, 401(k) plan, Flexible Spending Plan, three weeks paid time off, health, dental, and supplemental insurance.

Location

Headquartered in Portland, OR, this Regional Sales Manager position will be based in San Jose, CA



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PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR (Job # 26-2010) - Apply Now


APCON, Inc., the worldwide leader of Physical Layer Switching solutions for Test Lab Automation and Enterprise monitoring, is seeking a Production Supervisor. This individual will be responsible for supervising the manufacturing team with a focus on customer satisfaction, quality assurance and people development. If you enjoy an innovative, fast-paced environment, this is the opportunity you have been looking for!

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Supervise production line and manufacturing staff
  • Assist with production schedules, production quality and on-time delivery
  • Assign assembler duties and establish training needs
  • Uphold assembler performance standards, review performance goal outcome, and help set future targets
  • Assist in defining production yields and improvements
  • Help improve product quality and delivery costs
  • Lead team in developing and executing manufacturing processes
  • Update and ensure control of department work instructions

Qualifications

  • 3+ years Surface Mount Technology (SMT) supervisory experience
  • 5+ years hands on experience in an SMT environment with various equipment manufacturers (Electrovert, Heller, Vitronics, Soltec, etc.)
  • Hands on experience with SMT programming and maintenance preferred
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
  • Electrical test or computer networking background highly valued
  • College degree preferred

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Three weeks paid time off
  • Health, dental, life and supplemental insurance
  • 401 (k) retirement plan
  • Flexible Spending Plan
  • On-site fitness facility

Location

APCON is located just off I-5 in Wilsonville, Oregon and is convenient to restaurants, banking, and shopping. Come join our growing team and see your contributions make an immediate impact!



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QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER - MANUFACTURING (Job #09-2010) - Apply Now


APCON, Inc., the worldwide leader of Physical Layer Switching solutions for Test Lab Automation and Enterprise monitoring, is searching for a Quality Assurance Manager. This position is responsible for the overall management of the manufacturing quality system and ensures quality production of products consistent with established standards. If you enjoy an innovative, fast-paced environment, this is the opportunity you have been looking for!

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Formulates and maintains quality assurance objectives
  • Responsible for development of quality initiatives and programs
  • Implements the manufacturing quality system by writing and updating procedures, work instructions and training records to assure compliance with internal and external requirements
  • Supervises quality assurance personnel
  • Monitors product quality characteristics through testing of materials and products
  • Maintains quality records of tests and inspections
  • Works with Manufacturing and Engineering to identify and resolve quality issues

Qualifications

  • 10 years of quality assurance experience in the electronics/hi-tech industry with 5 of those in a management capacity
  • Proven track record of ability to utilize business metrics to drive quality goals
  • Computer experience with ERP systems (MISys a plus)
  • Proven ability to write and maintain quality documents
  • Experience managing a Quality System (i.e., ISO 9001) or equivalent
  • Detail oriented, extremely organized individual that thrives in a team environment
  • History of ongoing quality assurance training
  • AS Degree, Bachelors degree preferred

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Three weeks paid time off
  • Health, dental, life and supplemental insurance
  • 401 (k) retirement plan
  • Flexible Spending Plan
  • On-site fitness facility

Location

APCON is located just off I-5 in Wilsonville, Oregon and is convenient to restaurants, banking, and shopping. Come join our growing team and see your contributions make an immediate impact!



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SHIPPING/RECEIVING CLERK (Job #24-2010) - Apply Now


APCON, Inc., the worldwide leader of Physical Layer Switching solutions for Test Lab Automation and Enterprise monitoring, is seeking a Shipping/Receiving Clerk. This individual will be responsible for preparing items for shipment and receiving and processing incoming shipments. If you enjoy an innovative, fast-paced environment, this is the opportunity you have been looking for!

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Process and ship customer product, equipment and miscellaneous items as instructed by requestor
  • Receive vendor deliveries and distribute to the appropriate department or individual
  • Maintain all inventoried parts in a predetermined, organized manner
  • Pull and process kits for manufacturing
  • Perform inventory cycle counts as required
  • Keep records of materials issued, shipped and received using ERP system
  • Process RMAs

Qualifications

  • 5+ years shipping/receiving experience
  • Working knowledge of MRP (AccPac and Misys a big plus), cycle counting, inventory control
  • Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook skills required
  • Experience with UPS/Fed-Ex online software a must
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task to meet multiple deadlines
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • High school diploma or equivalent

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Three weeks paid time off
  • Health, dental, life and supplemental insurance
  • 401 (k) retirement plan
  • Flexible Spending Plan
  • On-site fitness facility

Location

APCON is located just off I-5 in Wilsonville, Oregon and is convenient to restaurants, banking, and shopping. Come join our growing team and see your contributions make an immediate impact!



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SMT MACHINE OPERATOR (Job #22-2010) - Apply Now


APCON, Inc., the worldwide leader of Physical Layer Switching solutions for Test Lab Automation and Enterprise monitoring, is seeking an SMT Machine Operator. This individual will be responsible for monitoring, maintaining and adjusting Surface Mount Technology equipment. If you enjoy an innovative, fast-paced environment, this is the opportunity you have been looking for!

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Perform all tasks related to SMT programming and set-up
  • Verify components using Bill of Materials
  • Program and operate surface mount equipment
  • Verify component placement including orientation on all surface mount parts
  • Set-up and operate stencil printers
  • Develop profiles and operate reflow ovens
  • Maintain and troubleshoot SMT equipment as needed
  • Reload parts during runs as needed to maximize machine run time
  • Inspect parts before reflow for proper placement

Qualifications

  • 5+ years experience operating SMT equipment
  • Strong SMT programming experience
  • Ability to read and understand assembly Bill of Materials
  • Ability to identify components
  • Knowledge of reflow oven operation
  • Ability to set-up and operate component feeders
  • Experience operating stencil printer and soldering paste stencil printing
  • Working knowledge of entire SMT process
  • Detail oriented with the ability to multi-task to meet multiple deadlines
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Three weeks paid time off
  • Health, dental, life and supplemental insurance
  • 401 (k) retirement plan
  • Flexible Spending Plan
  • On-site fitness facility

Location

APCON is located just off I-5 in Wilsonville, Oregon and is convenient to restaurants, banking, and shopping. Come join our growing team and see your contributions make an immediate impact!



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SMT REWORK AND INSPECTION OPERATOR (Job #30-2010) - Apply Now


APCON, Inc., the worldwide leader of Physical Layer Switching solutions for Test Lab Automation and Enterprise monitoring, is seeking an SMT Rework and Inspection Operator. This individual will be responsible for monitoring, maintaining and adjusting Surface Mount Technology equipment. If you enjoy an innovative, fast-paced environment, this is the opportunity you have been looking for!

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Inspect printed circuit boards under microscope
  • Surface Mount and thru-hole soldering
  • Verify components using Bill of Materials
  • Operate and develop profiles for BGA rework equipment
  • Remove and replace surface mount components

Qualifications

  • 5+ years working in an SMT environment
  • Ability to identify components
  • SMT and thru-hole soldering – IPC certification a plus
  • Ability to read and understand assembly Bill of Materials
  • Wave operation experience a plus
  • Detail oriented with the ability to multi-task to meet multiple deadlines
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • High school diploma or equivalent

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Three weeks paid time off
  • Health, dental, life and supplemental insurance
  • 401 (k) retirement plan
  • Flexible Spending Plan
  • On-site fitness facility

Location

APCON is located just off I-5 in Wilsonville, Oregon and is convenient to restaurants, banking, and shopping. Come join our growing team and see your contributions make an immediate impact!



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SOFTWARE ENGINEER (Job #20-2010) - Apply Now


APCON, Inc. , the worldwide leader of Physical Layer Switching solutions for Test Lab Automation and Enterprise monitoring, is always looking for Software Engineers to design and develop our next generation of products. If you enjoy an innovative, fast-paced environment developing your own designs, while working alongside seasoned professionals, this is the opportunity you have been searching for!

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Design and develop new software systems from conception through production, implementing primarily in Flex, C++, C and SQL
  • Analyze software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints
  • Consult with hardware and firmware engineers to evaluate operational and performance requirements of overall system
  • Develop and direct software system testing procedures, programming and documentation
  • Participate in technical reviews of product hardware/firmware/software requirements
  • Develop initial unit and functional tests to support quality assurance group
  • Generate and document new software for release
  • Update existing product lines as needed
  • Work in both an independent and team member environment to meet product delivery goals

Qualifications

  • 5+ years experience in/with the following:
    • C++ development/writing skills using object-oriented design and coding
    • Rich Web user interface development experience with Flex, Silverlight, HTML/Javascript/AJAX
    • Cross platform development including Linux/Unix and Windows XP/2003/2008
    • Relational (SQL) database programming, MySQL a plus
    • Server management technologies, including ssh, SNMP, TACACS+, RADIUS
  • Full life-cycle experience in commercial software development preferred
  • TCP/IP programming and internet development skills a plus
  • BSEE or BSCS strongly preferred, MSCS a strong plus

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Three weeks paid time off
  • Health, dental, life and supplemental insurance
  • 401 (k) retirement plan
  • Flexible Spending Plan
  • On-site fitness facility

Location

APCON is located just off I-5 in Wilsonville, Oregon and is convenient to restaurants, banking, and shopping. Come join our growing team and see your contributions make an immediate impact!



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SOFTWARE QUALITY ASSURANCE ENGINEER (Job #04-2010) - Apply Now


APCON, Inc. , the worldwide leader of Physical Layer Switching solutions for Test Lab Automation and Enterprise monitoring, is seeking a Software Quality Assurance Engineer. This individual will be responsible for performing test case development, defect tracking, test coordination, test automation and installation/execution of applications and layered products. The SQA Engineer will review system documentation helping to develop the firmware and enterprise application test plans. If you enjoy an innovative, fast-paced environment, while working alongside seasoned Software and Firmware professionals, this is the opportunity you have been looking for!

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Responsible for test and validation of new firmware and software products
  • Implement and drive test automation of the SQA process
  • Responsible for developing new testing tools to help evaluate application functionality, integration, and performance
  • Support use of procedures, policies and sytems in SQA validation
  • Develop testing requirements, test plans, and both manual and automated test scripts to support functional Graphical User Interface (GUI), and User Interface (UI) regression testing for assigned products

Qualifications

  • Knowledge of and skill in applying the following:
    • Automated testing methods and technologies
    • Installation and configuration of Microsoft and Linux Operating Systems
    • Testing of Embedded Linux systems
    • Testing of enterprise systems and network management applications
    • Network packet generator and analysis tools (Ixia, Spirent, Anritsu)
    • Automated user interface testing, especially web-based user interfaces
    • Formal SQA methodologies, including SW development life cycles, testing processes and standards
  • Current experience with Unix, Linux and Windows
  • Current experience with automated testing frameworks (Silk, xUnit)
  • Ability to read and write C/C++ programming required, XML and and RPC API programming a plus
  • Tcl, Python and/or Perl scripting required
  • Networking and IT environment experience strongly desired, video testing experience is a plus
  • Formal training on automation test suite tools a plus
  • 5-9 years in Software Quality Assurance
  • BSCS/EE strongly preferred

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Three weeks paid time off
  • Health, dental, life and supplemental insurance
  • 401 (k) retirement plan
  • Flexible Spending Plan
  • On-site fitness facility

Location

APCON is located just off I-5 in Wilsonville, Oregon and is convenient to restaurants, banking, and shopping. Come join our growing team and see your contributions make an immediate impact!



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SOFTWARE QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER (Job #08-2010) - Apply Now


APCON, Inc. , the worldwide leader of Physical Layer Switching solutions for Test Lab Automation and Enterprise monitoring, is seeking a Software Quality Assurance Manager. This individual will manage a team of Software Quality Assurance test engineers and will be responsible for ensuring the successful release of multiple projects. The SQA Manager will influence and mentor the SQA Engineers, providing hands-on technical solutions as needed. If you enjoy an innovative, fast-paced environment, while working alongside seasoned Software and Firmware professionals, this is the opportunity you have been looking for!

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the design, development, and implementation of complete SQA programs to support multiple product lines
  • Develop and maintain test automation framework
  • Responsible for SQA team management
  • Develop long-range plans and creates general SQA engineering or product specific strategies to reach QA goals
  • Create test plans for all major releases and coordinate SQA team testing efforts to ensure adequate product testing prior to implementation
  • Continuously analyze and understand the state of the product and its readiness for release
  • Provide leadership, performance reviews, and career development of SQA staff
  • Anticipate future needs and initiate the development and implementation of new processes to SQA engineering design and development
  • Understand the latest ideas in software test and automation and how they could be applied to APCON's products

Qualifications

  • Experience with software quality and testing methodologies
  • Hands-on approach to solving technical problems, including implementation
  • Knowledge of and skill in applying the following:
    • Testing of Embedded Linux Systems
    • Automated user interface testing, especially web-based user interfaces
    • Formal SQA methodologies, including SW development cycles, testing processes and standards
    • Ability to interpret data models using case diagrams to meet testing deliverables
    • Automated testing methods and technologies
  • Current experience with Unix, Linux and Windows
  • C/C++ programming required, XML and object oriented programming a plus
  • Tcl and/or Perl scripting required, Python a plus
  • Networking and IT environment experience
  • Formal training on automation test suite tools
  • 7+ years SQA management with demonstrated experience in managing complex projects
  • BSCS/EE required

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Three weeks paid time off
  • Health, dental, life and supplemental insurance
  • 401 (k) retirement plan
  • Flexible Spending Plan
  • On-site fitness facility

Location

APCON is located just off I-5 in Wilsonville, Oregon and is convenient to restaurants, banking, and shopping. Come join our growing team and see your contributions make an immediate impact!



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SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL SALES MANAGER - LOS ANGELES, CA (Job #03-2010) - Apply Now


APCON Inc. has an immediate need for a Regional Sales Manager due to exponential growth and customer demand. APCON is the leader in Physical Layer network switching and software management.

The Regional Sales Manager position will be home office based in Los Angeles, CA covering the Southern California territory. The ideal candidate will have sales and application experience selling network switching products or analysis equipment to test labs, data centers and large enterprises. Local account knowledge of the Fortune 500, telecommunications, military/government and OEMs (computer hardware/software) is required. General knowledge of networking protocols including Fibre Channel, Ethernet and SONET highly desired.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities include prospecting new accounts, qualifying and closing accounts, maintaining existing customer relationships, multi-state travel performing customer demonstrations, channel sales partner trainings/support and attending trade shows. This sales candidate must be an independent, self-starter with a "hunter" mentality and able to perform in a results-oriented sales environment.

Qualifications

B.S. Degree (prefer computer science or engineering), minimum 5+ years outside sales experience selling switches, networking hardware or high technology products, remote sales office experience, excellent written and verbal communications skills, Outlook/PowerPoint/Excel/Goldmine experience, a history of job stability and exceeding sales quotas.

Benefits

APCON offers a competitive compensation package including base salary, 401(k) plan, Flexible Spending Plan, three weeks paid time off, health, dental, and supplemental insurance.

Location

Headquartered in Portland, OR, this Regional Sales Manager position will be based in Los Angeles, CA



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TECHNICAL SERVICES MANAGER (Job #10-2010) - Apply Now


APCON, Inc., the worldwide leader of Physical Layer Switching solutions for Test Lab Automation and Enterprise monitoring, is searching for a Technical Services Manager. This position is responsible for planning and managing the activities of the technical services team. If you enjoy an innovative, fast-paced environment, this is the opportunity you have been looking for!

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provides leadership and structure to the technical support organization
  • Develops, implements and establishes business policies and procedures
  • Directs performance of technical support staff through coaching, training and performance metrics
  • Manages service and support contracts
  • Drives continuous service improvement based on quality metrics and customer feedback
  • Maintains trouble ticket logs and manages escalations to engineering and manufacturing as required
  • Leads technical support for pre and post sales
  • Oversees RMAs and other programs and procedures to ensure timely resolution
  • Acts as liaison between the technical support group, engineering, sales and operations
  • Manages service requests and technical resources
  • Delivers internal and external training
  • Reports to senior management

Qualifications

  • 10 years of technical support experience in the electronics/hi-tech industry with 5 of those in a management capacity
  • Proven ability to coach and mentor
  • Strong focus on business partnership, client satisfaction and productivity improvement
  • Skilled in interpersonal communications and the use of positive win-win negotiations
  • History of success in overcoming obstacles in achieving department and company goals
  • Exceptional organizational skills with emphasis on prioritization
  • Working knowledge of tracking and ticketing systems
  • Bachelor’s Degree, ideally in Engineering or other technical/scientific discipline

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Three weeks paid time off
  • Health, dental, life and supplemental insurance
  • 401 (k) retirement plan
  • Flexible Spending Plan
  • On-site fitness facility

Location

APCON is located just off I-5 in Wilsonville, Oregon and is convenient to restaurants, banking, and shopping. Come join our growing team and see your contributions make an immediate impact!



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TEST TECHNICIAN (Job #29-2010) - Apply Now


APCON, Inc., the worldwide leader of Physical Layer Switching solutions for Test Lab Automation and Enterprise monitoring, is searching for a Test Technician. This person is responsible for conducting prescribed tests on technically complex equipment. If you enjoy an innovative, fast-paced environment, this is the opportunity you have been looking for!

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Conducts functional and operational tests to evaluate performance and reliability of production systems
  • Configures test equipment to meet test requirements
  • Troubleshoots system failures to board level
  • Evaluates returned products for product failures
  • Assists with final quality testing of finished systems to make sure each is functioning according to customers specifications
  • Maintains accurate documentation of product test results and updates troubleshooting logs

Qualifications

  • 2-5+ years electrical/electronic technician experience
  • Experience performing functional test and diagnostics using custom test equipment and software
  • Working knowledge of MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook)
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task to meet multiple deadlines
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Associate degree in electrical/electronic engineering or equivalent from the military or technical school preferred

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Three weeks paid time off
  • Health, dental, life and supplemental insurance
  • 401 (k) retirement plan
  • Flexible Spending Plan
  • On-site fitness facility

Location

APCON is located just off I-5 in Wilsonville, Oregon and is convenient to restaurants, banking, and shopping. Come join our growing team and see your contributions make an immediate impact!