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Principal Manufacturing Engineer

Leonardo DRS, Inc.•Cypress, CA
•$119,940 - $186,207•Onsite

About The Position

DRS Space Systems in Cypress, California develops space mission payloads, including electro-optical and infrared space sensors, instruments, and software. As part of the Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business, the company offers a challenging work environment and a competitive salary and benefits package. The Principal Manufacturing Engineer develops and sustains hands-on microelectronics assembly processes in a cleanroom production environment. This is a working engineering role that involves building parts, integrating and troubleshooting equipment, and supporting production at the bench. A key assignment is learning, executing, documenting, and improving the site’s precision focal plane array (FPA) mounting process using a custom manual alignment machine for micron-level alignment.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in an applicable engineering field with 8+ years of progressively complex engineering experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • Hands-on experience assembling complex microelectronics in a cleanroom manufacturing environment; comfortable personally building, inspecting, and troubleshooting delicate, high-precision parts.
  • Demonstrated experience developing and improving precision assembly and alignment processes, including hands-on use of fixtures, manual positioning or alignment tools, microscopes, and dimensional or optical metrology.
  • Experience with manufacturing process development, equipment integration or qualification, and sustaining production support, with the ability to translate hands-on learning into clear work instructions and process controls.
  • Working knowledge of cleanroom gowning, contamination control, ESD-safe handling, and traceable manufacturing documentation; willingness and ability to work regularly in a cleanroom and perform detailed bench-level assembly.
  • U.S. citizenship required.
  • Active DOD security clearance or ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after employment begins.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, qualify, document, and sustain precision microelectronics assembly processes; personally perform cleanroom builds and process trials to establish repeatable methods, controls, and acceptance criteria.
  • Learn and execute the site’s FPA mounting process on a custom manual alignment machine; align delicate assemblies to micron-level requirements, verify results using appropriate metrology, and improve setup, fixturing, and work instructions.
  • Integrate, set up, and validate manufacturing equipment, tooling, and inspection methods, partnering with technicians, engineering, quality, and facilities to prepare new or modified equipment for production.
  • Provide real-time production support at the point of use by troubleshooting assembly and alignment issues, investigating defects and yield loss, implementing corrective actions, and training operators on stable, documented processes.
  • Work directly in the cleanroom while following gowning, contamination-control, ESD, safety, and material-handling practices; build and handle sensitive hardware carefully and maintain accurate build and process records.
  • Lead cross-functional process-development efforts, including manufacturability reviews, build plans, work instructions, test and inspection requirements, process changes, and transition from engineering builds to repeatable production.
  • Act independently on complex assignments and communicate technical risks and progress to stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Employer matching 401(k) retirement plan
  • Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
  • Parental leave benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Professional development support
  • Life and disability insurance coverage
  • Company contribution to a health savings account
  • Telemedicine
  • Legal insurance
  • Wellness programs focused on physical, emotional, and financial well-being
  • Flexible work schedules through the 9/80 program
  • Community service hours
  • Annual performance-based bonuses may be available
  • Equity awards may be available
  • Overtime pay for non-exempt employees, as applicable

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