Senior Manufacturing Engineer

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Full Time Regular Santa Clara, CA, US

Salary Range: $105,000 - $132,000

Job Title:

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Department:
Operations

Reports To:

Manufacturing Engineering Manager

FLSA:
Exempt

Level: T3

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading global technology company that provides terrestrial and wireless network solutions, next-generation 9‑1‑1 emergency services, satellite and space communications technologies, and cloud‑native capabilities to commercial and government customers around the world. Our unique culture of innovation and employee empowerment unleashes a relentless passion for customer success. With multiple facilities located in technology corridors across the U.S. and around the world, Comtech leverages our global presence, technology leadership, and decades of experience to create the world's most innovative communications solutions.

For more information, please refer to  We are looking for curious, growth‑minded thinkers to help us shape our vision, structures, and systems; play a key role as we embark on our ambitious future. If you're invigorated by our mission, our values, and our drive to change the world, we'd love for you to apply.

Responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining manufacturing processes utilizing methods such as data analysis, Lean Manufacturing, Design for Manufacturing, and Demand Flow Technology. Engage with R&D at early design stages to define the manufacturing process in parallel to product development: (process flow, tools, fixtures, documentation).

• Drive continuous improvement activities to help approach 100% defect‑free manufacturing.
• Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout, including 5S standards.
• Evaluate manufacturing processes by conducting data analysis, design of experiments, and time studies. Apply knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials to facilitate tasks in production.
• Develop manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with equipment vendors.
• Assure product and process quality by designing testing methods, including product/process validation. Evaluate finished product and process capabilities, establish standards, and confirm manufacturing processes.
• Provide manufacturing decision‑making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs, reviewing production schedules, and estimating future requirements for capacity and throughput.
• Prepare product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends; including yields, defect Pareto using statistical analysis.
• Complete training and support to manufacturing operators to ensure the process is followed and running efficiently.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Computer skills and/or tools: MS Office, drawing programs (preferably Corel, Photoshop, AutoCAD, Solid Works, or an equivalent program package), MRP/ERP systems and PLM (Product Lifecycle Management – Agile, Arena, etc.).

• Working knowledge of RF microwave, a plus.
• Experience working with SMT, soldering, wire bonding, die attach, and other electronic assembly techniques.
• Skilled in world‑class manufacturing principles such as Just in Time Manufacturing, Design for Manufacturing, and Demand Flow Technology.
• Working proficiency in the use of Statistical Process Control.
• Working knowledge of AS9100 or ISO‑9000 processes and standards.
• Ability to maintain and implement systems and processes for certification and audits.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to communicate across all levels and…