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Our portfolio of image sensors can be found in many high-performance imaging applications like space exploration, medical x-ray, sciences, quantum computing, machine vision, low light, and 360 situational awareness.\nWe are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer/ Senior Manufacturing Engineer to develop, implement, and maintain cost effective manufacturing and test methods, and flow of material for existing products and new product introductions. Utilizes experience in semiconductor assembly and test manufacturing and performs as subject matter expert in relevant manufacturing processes. This role supports the development of new methods, processes, and equipment and communicates process and production status information and feedback to internal customers and managers.\nPrimary Responsibilities\nDevelop new manufacturing processes / tooling, resolve manufacturing constraints including development of controls to ensure accurate and consistent measurement of assembly and test performance\nReview/approves engineering drawings/design changes for producibility and coordinates first article assembly from release through delivery\nDevelops complex work instructions, software, and procedures in support of manufacturing processes\nDevelops training programs and provides manufacturing personnel with training and technical guidance\nPerforms complex methods (and cost) analysis and conducts process measurements\nAssist in the resolution of supply chain issues impacting manufacturing as well as supplier feedback, selection and technical assistance\nActs as liaison between Manufacturing, Production Control, Engineering and suppliers. Represents manufacturing at design reviews, Configuration Control Board (CCB), make versus buy meetings, and Material Review Board (MRB) meetings\n\nRequired Qualifications\nSolid background in quality systems and electronics assembly and test processes\nProven record of analyzing manufacturing / support processes and driving continuous improvement. This position is the subject matter expert for manufacturing processes that include; wafer dicing, die attach, wire bonding, epoxy bonding, and complex camera assembly and test processes.\nDemonstrated ability to proactively identify opportunities to improve performance, develop targets and action plans and lead an organization to achieve results\nExcels at yield analysis, failure analysis (field and in process) leading to root cause, and comes up with corrective actions\nProficient in use of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, yield analysis and tracking tools, and other manufacturing support systems\nProficient in use of standard Microsoft Office products in producing data-driven reports\nDemonstrated ability to efficiently and effectively monitor operations with excellent communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills\nResults driven, analytical, self motivated, detail oriented with ability to logically identify alternate solutions or approaches to complex problems\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience in electronics/semiconductor environment with hands-on experience CMOS and CCD imagers and cameras a plus\nMedical, dental, or other X-ray product experience a plus\nExperience in Six Sigma, SPC, Continuous Improvement / Lean Methodologies a plus\nProficient in use of Minitab or similar\nExperience troubleshooting PC Boards issues to component level and/or selection of assembly epoxies a plus\nEducation\nBS and minimum of 7 years' experience as Manufacturing or Process Engineer in electronics manufacturing, including assembly and test.\nFairchild Imaging provides our employees with a range in benefits offerings that includes:\n9/80 Schedule - You get every other Friday off!\nMedical, Dental and Vision coverage with multiple plan offerings\nHealth Savings Account with an employer contribution annually\n401(k) retirement plans with Employer matching\nTuition Reimbursement\nGenerous Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, and additional Floating Holidays\nThe base salary range for this role is $120,000 to $190,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications. \nFairchild Imaging is an equal opportunity employer. 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