Manufacturing Engineer Fiber Optics
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Job Location:
Portsmouth, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
12 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense factory automation air and water quality environmental monitoring electronics design and development oceanographic research deepwater oil and gas exploration and production medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.
We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.
Job Description
The Manufacturing Engineer (Fiber Optics) supports the design development and optimization of manufacturing processes for Teledyne DGOs high-reliability interconnect solutions. This role focuses heavily on fiber-optic products and assemblies ensuring robust manufacturing methods consistent product quality and efficient production flow. The engineer will collaborate closely with Production Quality Design Engineering and Program Management to drive improvements and support both legacy and new product introduction (NPI) initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Develop implement and optimize manufacturing processes for fiber-optic assemblies and related interconnect products.
Create and maintain detailed work instructions assembly procedures process flow diagrams PFMEAs and control plans.
Identify opportunities for waste reduction throughput improvement and process stabilization using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions for production issues.
Support termination polishing splicing alignment and testing of fiber-optic components.
Develop standardized processes for cleaning handling and inspection of optical fibers and connectors.
Evaluate and qualify fiber-optic materials tooling adhesives cleaning agents connectors and test equipment.
Troubleshoot optical performance issues including insertion loss return loss and contamination-related defects.
Provide daily engineering support to manufacturing teams to ensure efficient safe and high-quality production.
Train operators/technicians on updated processes tooling and best practices.
Lead implementation of new equipment jigs and fixtures to improve consistency and productivity.
Drive resolution of nonconformances scrap and rework trends.
Collaborate with Design Engineering to review fiber-optic drawings specifications and models for manufacturability (DFM).
Participate in prototype builds and transition designs into stable production processes.
Support qualification builds first article inspections (FAIs) and design/process validation testing.
Ensure compliance with customer industry and internal manufacturing standards.
Maintain accurate documentation within Teledynes quality management system and ERP/MRP tools.
Support audit activities and create engineering change orders (ECOs) as required.
Qualifications Required
Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechanical Manufacturing Optical Electrical or related field).
2 years of hands-on manufacturing engineering experience preferably in fiber-optic assembly or precision electromechanical manufacturing.
Strong understanding of fiber-optic handling polishing inspection and test methods.
Experience with process documentation PFMEA SPC and root cause analysis tools (5 Why Fishbone DMAIC).
Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to support fast-paced production environments.
Qualifications Preferred
Experience with high-reliability or harsh-environment products (aerospace defense subsea).
Familiarity with fiber-optic testing equipment (OTDR optical power meters interferometers).
Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher).
Experience working in an AS9100 or ISO9001 quality environment.
Understanding of epoxy bonding curing processes and micro-assembly techniques.
Key Competencies
Strong analytical and technical aptitude
Clear communicator with strong cross-functional collaboration skills
Detail-oriented with excellent documentation habits
Ability to drive improvements while supporting daily production needs
Commitment to quality safety and operational excellence
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Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws regulations rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.
Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or veteran status age or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal state or local laws.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Lean Manufacturing
- Six Sigma
- CNC Programming
- Lean
- Machining
- Tooling
- CAD
- CNC
- Assembly Experience
- SolidWorks
- Kaizen
- Manufacturing
About Company
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