Manufacturing Process Development Engineer

Optical Coating Laboratory • Santa Rosa, CA

121d • $94,640 - $175,760

About The Position

VIAVI (NASDAQ: VIAV) is a global provider of network test, monitoring and assurance solutions for telecommunications, cloud, enterprises, first responders, military, aerospace, and railway. VIAVI is also a leader in light management technologies for 3D sensing, anti-counterfeiting, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, government and aerospace applications. We are the people behind the products that help keep the world connected at home, school, work, at play, and everywhere in between. VIAVI employees are passionate about supporting customer success and we welcome people who bring their best every day to the company - to question, to collaborate and to push for solutions that will delight our customers. The Staff Manufacturing Process Development Engineer develops, maintains, and evolves advanced manufacturing processes and systems. The position involves hands-on development and qualification of thin-film deposition processes, high-vacuum systems, PVD/CVD, complex metrology, and safety systems.

Requirements

• 5-10 years manufacturing engineering experience in a related field.
• MS or BS in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Material Science, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline.
• Proven track record developing, qualifying, and improving manufacturing processes in an engineering role.
• Experience transitioning products from prototype to production.
• Exceptional software & computer competency including MS Office and advanced Excel skills.
• Eligibility to obtain U.S. DoD Security Clearance [current, active U.S. DoD Security Clearance preferred].
• Fluent in English (reading and writing).
• Must be able to visually inspect, distinguish colors, and perceive depth and detail as required to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Thin-films and/or high-vacuum process experience.
• Quality systems experience (Lean, SPC, DFM, FMEA, 5S, 8D, QMS, NPI).
• Collaborative process improvement experience.
• Hardware/software systems development experience.
• ISO or Aerospace quality systems experience.
• MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, evaluate, and enhance manufacturing systems and tools using expertise in processes, equipment, and quality standards.
• Own and lead assigned manufacturing value streams, ensuring effective manufacturing execution, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.
• Effectively manage multiple projects with shifting priorities.
• Work closely with manufacturing, engineering, and maintenance teams to support daily operations.
• Provide real-time support to the manufacturing floor, including occasional off-shift remote assistance.
• Drive improvements in cost, quality, productivity, and safety using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Develop and refine processes for new and existing products and processes.
• Partner with quality, procurement, and vendors to develop and enhance raw materials supply-chain.
• Conduct root cause investigations and implement corrective actions using statistical tools.
• Create and deliver training and materials to support process knowledge and skill development.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Bonus program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree