Member of Technical Staff, Engineering Operations

Lumotive • Redmond, WA

114d • $90,000 - $115,000

About The Position

Lumotive is pioneering the era of programmable optics—where light is controlled as intelligently and flexibly as software. At the heart of this transformation is a once-in-a-generation innovation: a flat CMOS-based “general purpose optic.” Lumotive’s Light Control Metasurface (LCM™) beam forming chips can be programmed to function as a beam steering mirror, a lens, mirror, a beam splitter—or any optical function—replacing bulky and mechanical optical components with a fully digital, reconfigurable semiconductor. This breakthrough lays the foundation for a massive shift in multiple technologies—from 3D sensing and imaging to optical networking, free space optical communication, and beyond. Like the shift from analog to digital in electronics, programmable optics will reshape industries from robotics, self-driving cars, AI, defense, and healthcare. Lumotive’s first commercial application is in LiDAR, where its software-defined beam steering chips are already enabling compact, high-performance, solid-state sensors. These sensors are being deployed today in smart infrastructure, robotics, and mobility systems through leading module makers and solution integrators. With more than 200 patents and growing commercial traction, Lumotive is delivering the world’s first digital platform for light—and redefining what’s possible in the optical age.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering or hardware operations.
• Experience procuring a wide range of electrical, mechanical and optical components, including custom parts (e.g. PCBs, machined hardware, custom optical lenses).
• Proven track record working with domestic and international suppliers and contract manufacturers.
• Hands-on experience in inventory management processes and systems.
• Strong background in process development, build workflows, and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication organization, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with optoelectronics systems or lidar systems is a strong plus.
• Experience with precision optomechanical assemblies and testing is a strong plus.
• Hands-on experience in designing jigs, fixtures, and assembly tooling.
• Comfortable using optical/electrical test & measurement equipment.
• Scripting experience for automation and data handling (e.g. Python, SQL).
• Familiarity with dashboarding and visualization tools (e.g., Tableau).

Responsibilities

• Primary owner for engineering material procurement, inventory management, and prototype build coordination driving end-to-end execution of engineering prototype builds.
• Source and procure materials for prototyping, including optical, electrical mechanical components and custom parts (e.g. PCBs, mechanical hardware).
• Manage material readiness and cost across all prototype builds.
• Track and maintain inventory of prototypes and critical materials; develop and sustain inventory management processes and tools.
• Develop build plans, schedules and tracking for all prototype programs.
• Develop and implement in-house manufacturing processes and procedures.
• Coordinate with domestic and international suppliers for prototyping processes such as SMT assembly, die-bonding, wire bonding, system assembly.
• Drive improvements in speed, quality, and cost of prototyping operations.
• Establish and enforce quality control standards and procedures.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action documentation.

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision
• FSA, HSA
• PTO plus 14 paid company holidays
• 401K with 3% contribution
• Stock Options
• Life insurance and disability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees