Optical Manufacturing Engineer

Great Opportunity w/ High Tech Nation Wide Optical Manufacturer
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Caitlyn Hardy
We were formed in 2001 as a technology spin-off of the renowned NASA-Caltech Jet Propulsion Laboratory and acquired by a German Firm in 2012. With the acquisition, the our Group tapped into the market for gas analysis and strengthened its position in the field of optical analysis technology and the oil and gas industry.
Lifelong learning encouraged by versatile training, tuition reimbursement, and further education opportunities.
Comprehensive benefit package (to include medical, dental, vision) and 401(k) savings with company match.
Compensation is competitive and includes bonus opportunities.
Work-life balance encouraged through our 10 company-paid holidays, paid time off, paid parental leave, and employee assistance programs (financial, mental, and physical health and wellbeing).
Developing precision assembly methods for optical components (e.g., Specifying and qualifying optical test equipment (e.g., Specifying and qualifying optical test equipment (e.g., Diagnosing and resolving issues related to optical performance and alignment
Supporting metrology and inspection of optical components and assemblies
Collaborating with optical design engineers to ensure manufacturability of new designs
Ensure optical assemblies meet performance specifications through rigorous testing and validation
Lead efforts to reduce optical losses and improve signal-to-noise ratios in production systems
Developing and Improving Production Systems
Equipment & tooling design and selection
Production Support
Technical support and training of production personnel including technicians & operators
Provide floor support for production team members and existing production stations
Train and mentor production staff on specific processes and production equipment
Continuous process improvement and development
Use tools from LEAN, Six Sigma, etc. to identify waste and improve safety, yield, throughput, measurement uncertainty, and costs in manufacturing operations
Transfer designs and applications from design engineering into production. Taking slow, manual manufacturing methods and translating these into high-speed, simple, and exact processes for production personnel to execute. Working cross-functionally with other groups to determine and establish acceptable production specifications
Work with R&D, Engineering, Quality, and Production to identify the root cause of problems and implement appropriate solutions to prevent reoccurrence
Create and implement manufacturing lines, stations, and tools in a production environment with complete procedures for production team
Support Quality System and Material Control ERP system improvements
Assist in the development of alternate product designs and materials
It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the people so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent related education with direct work experience.
Minimum 7 years’ experience in manufacturing with a demonstrated record of achievement in optical manufacturing projects.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in mechanical design with a demonstrated record of achievement in constructing tooling and fixtures for opto-electrical assembly.
Experience with complex opto-electrical systems.
Gas phase spectroscopy experience.
Experience with optical systems including lenses, windows, mirrors, alignments, and coatings.
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