Lead Process Development Engineer, Assembly

Coherent Corp. Vietnam • Murrieta, CA

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About The Position

We are seeking a Lead Process Development Engineer to drive the development and implementation of advanced assembly manufacturing processes, tooling, and test fixtures, with a focus on optics and optical systems. The ideal candidate will have experience with infrared (IR) optical systems and a strong understanding of fabrication processes for IR optics.

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years experience working in a production manufacturing environment for IR lens and window manufacturing.
• Bachelors degree in Optical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics or Materials Science, preferred. Masters or Ph.D. in related technical fields is a strong plus.
• Experience in conventional optical fabrication is desired.
• Experience in assembly and test technologies is required. Optical fabrication includes any of the following areas: grinding, pitch polishing, pad polishing, CNC generating, CNC polishing, Asphere polishing, MRF, CP operation, edging, and shaping of optical components. Test includes interferometric characterization of surfaces and transmitted wave front, MTF, stray light, focal length, magnification, and other important characteristics of optical materials, components, and systems
• Experience in IR ceramic materials & manufacturing is a strong plus
• Experience in optical assembly process development & metrology & tests are required.
• Experience in preparing and maintaining drawings, procedures, process routers and Bills of Materials with full documentation and configuration control required.
• Strong verbal and written technical communication skills.
• Computer skills in word processing and spreadsheet software including MS Word, Excel, Access; CAD software knowledge desired (Solidworks preferred).
• Strong analytical, fault isolation, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organization skills and attention to details required.
• Must be capable of reading blueprints.
• Must understand production flow and be capable of logically developing planning within this flow that correctly and efficiently builds product.
• All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
• Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent A&D: Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work
• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8. U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Nice To Haves

• Masters or Ph.D. in related technical fields is a strong plus.
• Experience in conventional optical fabrication is desired.
• Experience in IR ceramic materials & manufacturing is a strong plus
• Hands on Manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Experience in process design, development and project planning is desired.

Responsibilities

• Leads development and implementation of new manufacturing processes, tooling, and test fixtures related to assembly of optics and optical systems.
• Identifies, characterizes, and controls key process variables sufficiently to consistently result in acceptable quality and cycle times.
• Responsible for building and maintaining manufacturing process documentation for use by production personnel in the performance of their jobs.
• Supports quoting activities by evaluating technical requirements, identifying exceptions, and preparing cost estimates for customer quotes.
• Serves as a liaison to Engineering department.
• Supports Design for Manufacturing efforts by evaluating technical requirements, identifying technical risks, assessing manufacturability, and providing design change recommendations.
• Facilitates Process Failure Mode Analysis (PFMEA).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees