Manufacturing Engineer II

Excelitas is a global technology leader with more than 7,500 employees, focused on delivering market‑driven solutions to fulfill the illumination, optical, detection and imaging needs of OEMs and end‑users across the biomedical, semiconductor, industrial, consumer products, scientific, security, defense and aerospace sectors.

Our facility in Billerica, Massachusetts, located in the metropolitan Boston area, specializes in the design and manufacturing of advanced photonics products based on MEMS and other micro‑scale optical devices. Our unique technology enables the highest system performance in the most compact and cost‑effective formats across a variety of applications.

This site’s Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) products are laser‑based imaging tools that have transformed ophthalmic care and impacted patients in cardiology, dermatology, oncology, gastroenterology, and other medical specialties.

• Plan and design complex manufacturing processes for our subcomponent and optical module assembly and test areas.
• Determine and specify the materials, equipment, and tools needed to achieve manufacturing goals and product specifications.
• Maximize efficiency by analyzing layout of equipment, workflow, assembly methods, and workforce utilization.
• Write work instructions and train direct labor personnel on manufacturing processes.
• Monitor and improve yield and performance of modules and subcomponents.
• Analyze, troubleshoot, find root cause, correct manufacturing process issues, and establish appropriate process controls.
• Perform and support failure analysis of optical modules and subcomponents.
• Lead and report progress on continuous improvement projects and programs.
• Handle multiple projects and coordinate with other functions to ensure commitments are met and quality is maintained.
• Ensure a safe work environment by identifying/addressing near misses to prevent accidents.
• Support Operations to help meet production goals.
• Support transfer of new products from R&D to manufacturing and harmonization with previously released products.

• BS in Electrical or Optical Engineering or equivalent work experience.
• At least 5 years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Hands‑on skills with electro‑optical equipment such as optical spectrum analyzers (OSAs), oscilloscopes, and power meters preferred.
• Familiarity with software‑based testing is a plus.
• Experience with incorporating automation is a plus.
• Solid problem‑solving skills using Six Sigma methodologies and thorough data analysis.
• Lean Manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as strong organizational skills with superior attention to detail.
• Ability to be self‑directed and work with minimal supervision; highly motivated self‑starter able to work with multiple functions to address problems.

Pay Range: $93,000 - $120,000 annually, depending on experience.

This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Visa sponsorship is not available for any position at Excelitas.

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