Process Development Engineer - Dewar Manufacturing

Safran DSI•Camarillo, CA

5d•$120,000 - $155,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Process Development Engineer of Dewar Manufacturing develops, validates, documents, and transitions new manufacturing processes into production for integrated dewar cooler assemblies (IDCAs). The position operates at the interface of product engineering and manufacturing, applying engineering principles and independent judgment to determine process approach, establish process parameters and controls, and resolve manufacturability issues prior to and during production release. The incumbent partners with design engineers, manufacturing technicians, production personnel, quality, and suppliers to ensure dewar products are manufactured safely, repeatably, and efficiently against quality, cost, and schedule objectives. The position exercises discretion in evaluating alternative process methods and recommending changes affecting production yield, cost, and cycle time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or physics
3+ years of experience developing manufacturing processes
Experience taking products from prototype through production
Strong understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA)
Experience developing production tooling and fixtures
Experience writing manufacturing documentation and work instructions
Experience with GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis
Proficiency in SolidWorks
Strong understanding of precision assembly techniques
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
Excellent communication and project management skills
Requires U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Resident Status required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with one or more of the following: Cryogenic systems, Vacuum systems, Integrated Dewar Cooler Assemblies (IDCAs), Hermetic packaging, Glass-to-metal seals, Laser welding, Resistance welding, Wire bonding, Die attach, Helium leak testing, Residual Gas Analysis (RGA), Optical alignment, Design of Experiments (DOE), Statistical Process Control (SPC), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Process validation, Automation of precision assembly processes
SolidWorks PDM, Minitab, MATLAB or Python, ERP/MRP Systems (SAP a plus), CAD/CAM Software, Statistical Analysis software.
Familiarity with tooling design, modification, or procurement processes
Experience working with engineering and cross-functional teams
Experience in cleanrooms or controlled manufacturing environments
Experience working in an ITAR-regulated environment
Experience working in cleanroom or controlled manufacturing environments preferred

Responsibilities

Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for new dewar products from prototype through full-rate production.
Design and validate production tooling, fixtures, and assembly aids to improve quality, efficiency, and repeatability.
Lead manufacturing readiness and New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, including prototype builds, process validation, and production transition.
Establish and qualify manufacturing processes through process development, testing, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, process flows, assembly procedures, and tooling documentation.
Provide hands-on support to production by troubleshooting manufacturing issues, performing root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions.
Partner with engineering, quality, supply chain, manufacturing, and external vendors to improve manufacturability, support product development, and drive Design for Manufacturing (DFM) initiatives.
Continuously improve manufacturing processes to increase yield, reduce cycle time, and enhance product quality and operational efficiency.
Provides technical direction to Manufacturing Engineering Technicians and production personnel on process development activities; does not hold hiring, discipline, or performance management authority.
Perform other duties as assigned