S&S - Manufacturing Engineer - Comtech

Job Title:              RF Manufacturing Engineer

Department:       Operations

Reports To:          Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Location:              Santa Clara

Salary Range:      123,000 - 186,000

Company Overview

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading global technology company that provides terrestrial and wireless network solutions, next-generation 9-1-1 emergency services, satellite and space communications technologies, and cloud-native capabilities to commercial and government customers around the world. Our unique culture of innovation and employee empowerment unleashes a relentless passion for customer success. With multiple facilities located in technology corridors across the U.S. and around the world, Comtech leverages our global presence, technology leadership, and decades of experience to create the world's most innovative communications solutions. For more information, please refer to www.comtech.com.
  
 We are looking for curious, growth-minded thinkers to help us shape our vision, structures, and systems; play a key role as we embark on our ambitious future. If you're invigorated by our mission, our values, and our drive to change the world, we'd love for you to apply.

Responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining manufacturing processes utilizing methods such as data analysis, Lean Manufacturing, Design for Manufacturing, and Demand Flow Technology. Engage with R&D at early design stages to define the manufacturing process in parallel to product development:  (process flow, tools, fixtures, documentation)

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Drive continuous improvement activities to help approach 100% defect-free manufacturing.
• Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout, including 5S standards.
• Evaluates manufacturing processes by conducting data analysis, design of experiments, and time studies.  Apply knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials to facilitate tasks in production.
• Develops manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with equipment vendors.
• Assures product and process quality by designing testing methods, including product/process validation. Evaluates finished product and process capabilities, establishes standards, and confirms manufacturing processes.
• Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs, reviewing production schedules, and estimating future requirements for capacity and throughput.
• Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends; including yields, defect pareto using statistical analysis.
• Completes training and support to manufacturing operators to ensure the process is followed and running efficiently.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Computer Skills and/or Tools:   MS Office, drawing programs (preferably Corel, Photo Shop, AutoCAD, Solid works, or an equivalent program package) MRP/ERP systems and PLM (Product Lifecycle Management – Agile, Arena etc.).

Qualifications 

• Bachelors Degree in relevant engineering field or 8+ years’ experience working with SMT, soldering, wire bonding, die attach, and other electronic assembly techniques.
• Skilled in world-class manufacturing principles such as Just in Time Manufacturing. Design for Manufacturing and Demand Flow Technology.
• Working proficiency in the use of Statistical Process Control.
• Working knowledge of AS9100 or ISO-9000 processes and standards
• Ability to maintain and implement systems and processes for certification and audits.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to communicate across all levels and functions in the organization.
• Must have a proven track record of solving technical problems, project ownership and meeting deadlines.
• Experience working in a Solid State and TWT power amplifier manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Ability to be a collaborative team player.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks with minimal supervision.

Education and Experience: 

At a minimum, a bachelor’s degree in a technical field, i.e. Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related, with 3 years of job-related experience.  

About

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.