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$85,000 – $135,000
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What this role is
This role develops and optimizes manufacturing processes for optical and optomechanical assemblies in a defense and space technology setting. It suits engineers with a background in manufacturing, optics, or mechanical engineering who want to solve precision production challenges and support complex aerospace and defense programs.
Our summary, not Voyager’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
Skills this role names
- Lean Manufacturing
- MATLAB
- Measurement System Analysis (MSA)
- Process Validation
- Python
- Root Cause Analysis
- SAP Product Lifecycle Management (SAP PLM)
- Six Sigma
- Statistical Process Control (SPC)
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What they ask for
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, Industrial Engineering, or related technical discipline
- Knowledge of manufacturing process development, production documentation, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methods
- Working knowledge of optical assembly, alignment, inspection, metrology, precision handling, or optomechanical integration
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, optical drawings, specifications, and test data
- Strong communication, hands-on problem-solving, data analysis, and cross-functional coordination skills
- U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status (ITAR compliance)
Nice to have
- Experience in aerospace, defense, space, medical, laser, imaging, lidar, semiconductor, or high-reliability optical manufacturing
- Experience with optical alignment, precision bonding, optical cleaning, or contamination control in production
- Familiarity with optical lab equipment such as interferometers, autocollimators, collimators, or alignment telescopes
- Experience with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, PFMEA, or statistical process control
- Experience with ERP/MRP, MES, PLM, CAD, or data-acquisition systems
- Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, NASA workmanship standards, cleanroom practices, or ESD controls