Quality Engineer - Assembly

Company Overview

MACOM (NASDAQ: MTSI) is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced semiconductor products across a diverse range of end markets, including Data Centers, Telecommunications, Industrial and Aerospace and Defense. We develop innovative, cutting‑edge technologies and products across the spectrum of radio frequency (RF), microwave, millimeter wave, photonics and high‑speed analog technologies. Our solutions support critical network infrastructure applications like artificial intelligence, high performance computing, satellite communications, radar, unmanned aerial vehicles, medical equipment, test and measurement and advanced wireless networks.

MACOM has more than 75 years of expertise in semiconductor process development, wafer fabrication, circuit design, advanced packaging, systems architecture and applications engineering. We are committed to our customers’ success and partner with customers to help solve their most challenging problems by providing semiconductor solutions that are at the forefront of the highest power, highest frequency and/or highest data rates.

MACOM is seeking a proven, hands‑on Quality Engineer to proactively lead the Ops Quality function for RF Products operations in the Morgan Hill area of California. To be successful, this person will be responsible for developing, implementing, executing, and improving the Production Quality Management system inclusive of change management, nonconforming material management, SPC, structured problem solving, and continuous improvement. You will work with all levels of a global organization.

• Manage Nonconformance Process/System, Material Review Board, 8D Closure, Internal Audit, Calibration, Visual Inspection Failure Catalogue.
• Apply Quality performance metrics and data to identify and drive quality improvement projects across sites. Drive permanent resolution of manufacturing issues.
• Lead and support AS9100D and ISO
  9001 Quality Management activities (audits, quality management system).
• Direct, manage and coordinate activities of cross‑functional groups to achieve quality requirements.
• Work to quickly identify and diagnose quality issues during production.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in MIL‑STD‑883 and IPC‑A‑610.
• Develop and maintain the incoming inspection process (procedures, equipment, programs, travelers).
• Develop and maintain Quality Inspection procedures and Training – Certification of Quality Inspectors.
• Engage directly with customers on operations quality issues and metrics reporting.
• Optimize your potential in a high visibility company with great opportunities for career development and progression.
• Work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

• A Bachelor’s degree from a four‑year college or university in Engineering or another technical discipline. A Master’s Degree is a plus, minimum 5 years’ experience.
• Operational experience in a high‑volume semiconductor manufacturing environment. RF Products Assembly/SMT experience a plus.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in AS9100D and ISO
  9001 Quality Systems and Continual Improvement methods.
• Demonstrated proficiency with common quality tools/approaches including 8D, FMEA, control plans, SPC, MSA, etc.
• The ability to operate in a fast paced, highly dynamic environment at a detailed execution level.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• Demonstrated capability of interacting with senior leaders through the organization.
• Ability to work in large, complex, global environment. Due to ITAR regulations, only candidates who are U.S. Persons (U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted asylum or refugee status) will be considered for this position.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and maintain critical deadlines.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with other Associates and Senior Management.
• SQL or other programming skillset.
• Experience with statistical / data analysis software such as JMP.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office 365.
• Ability to work autonomously, with minimal direction, and are self‑motivated…