ResponsibilitiesThis Manufacturing Engineering position supports the Keysight Santa Clara Order Fulfillment (OF) group in the manufacture of high-precision position measurement systems based on laser interferometry. The Manufacturing Engineer will play a critical role in
sustaining mature HeNe laser tube products and manufacturing processes, ensuring continued product quality, reliability, and yield.
This is a
hands-on role requiring strong technical expertise, close collaboration with Production, and ownership of equipment, processes, and supplier quality related to this product line.
Key Responsibilities- Sustain and continuously improve mature HeNe laser tube products and manufacturing processes while maintaining the highest quality standards
- Perform hands-on calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of production test tools and process equipment
- Provide technical support to Production personnel, including root cause analysis and corrective actions for yield, quality, and reliability issues
- Own manufacturing process documentation, including work instructions, routings, and control plans
- Originate, review, and support Engineering Change Orders (ECOs)
- Support component and materials supplier quality, including issue resolution and process improvements
- Apply statistical process control (SPC) techniques to monitor and improve manufacturing performance
- Design and conduct experiments and data collection to support process optimization and problem solving
- Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction, quality improvement, and throughput enhancement
- Support new product introduction (NPI) activities, including process development, transfer, and production readiness
QualificationsRequired Knowledge & ExperienceExperience in
most of the following technical areas is preferred:
- Scientific glass processing equipment
- Properties of optical-grade glass and glass coatings
- Properties and behavior of metal alloys
- Vacuum processing and partial pressure analysis
- Chemical composition analysis
- Mechanical component inspection and metrology
- Gas laser theory (HeNe preferred)
- Statistical Process Control (SPC) methods and analysis
- Process automation
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related technical field
- 5+ years of hands-on manufacturing engineering experience in a precision manufacturing environment
- Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and root cause analysis skills
- Ability to work effectively in a production environment and collaborate across Engineering, Quality, Suppliers, and Operations
- Strong documentation and communication skills
The level of role will be based on applicable experience, education and skills; Most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed below.
Santa Clara, CA pay range: MIN $110,660 - MIDPOINT $147,540 - MAX $184,430Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region
This role is eligible for Keysight Results Bonus Program
US Employees may be eligible for the following benefits:
- Medical, dental and vision
- Health Savings Account
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life, Accident, Disability insurance
- Business Travel Accident and Business Travel Health
- 401(k) Plan
- Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays
- Paid Family Leave
- Discounts, Perks
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Adoption Assistance
- ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
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