Materion Corporation

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Summary

Materion is seeking a Senior Staff Engineer to join our rapidly growing Precision Optics and Thin Film Coatings team located in Westford, MA. The Sr. Staff Engineer leads and contributes to all aspects of custom thin film manufacturing, including requirement definition, new product development, new process development, cost estimation and quoting, thin film coating design, mechanical stress analysis, manufacturing instructions, fixture design, test plans, data analysis. Incumbent will lead troubleshoot manufacturing processes and process improvement efforts, as well as identify opportunities to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Ideal candidates must possess strong technical skills, the ability to perform complex problem solving, and a passion for continued education and learning opportunities. The position also requires the ability to adapt to competing priorities, be able to operate both independently and as a team leader amongst colleagues, and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, design and optimize optical thin film coating designs to meet customer specifications.
• Understand and operate metrology equipment used for characterizing thin films, including spectrophotometry and interferometry.
• Collaborate with the sales team and customers overseeing SPC reports and data packages to confirm compliance with customer specifications.
• Create detailed manufacturing plans for new product opportunities where needed.
• Provide process documentation and operating instructions (PPAP, FMEA, control plans).
• Work closely with process engineers to creatively solve problems, develop monitoring schemes and manufacture complex optical coatings.
• Work closely with technicians to resolve technical issues, manage product defects and implement root cause solutions.
• Support continuous improvement efforts and implement process improvements as a technical leader.
• Ensure alignment with commercial team and carry voice of customer on technical issues during contract execution.
• Support Material Review Board for the disposition of discrepant material and assist in the determination of root cause and corrective action.
• Champions collaboration with supporting functions in line with Engineering Manager priority and guidance. Ensure quality and safety of operations and support Operations initiatives as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree required, with bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience in optical coating design and process development.
• A minimum of 10 years of Engineering experience in design and manufacturing process development, optical coatings or similar technologies required.
• Experience in a low volume / high mix product environment is an asset
• Exhibit sound interpersonal skills involving interfacing, coordinating and negotiating with company personnel at all levels, customers and suppliers
• Demonstrated ability in applying SPC, Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing skills in problem solving, statistics, manufacturing quality, and quality principles
• Ability to understand, analyze, and resolve complex technical problems
• Ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in engineering or science discipline, Optics and / or business focus
• Experience with SPC tools, DOE, and root cause analysis (e.g., 5-Whys, Fishbone).
• Track record of successful project management experience, leading multiple projects simultaneously
• Background in high-mix, low-volume production environments.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position requires the eligibility to obtain a security clearance. Non-US citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. For individuals to be considered for a security clearance, the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA), conducts personnel security background investigations for the Department of Defense and other federal agencies. More information about security clearances can be found on the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) website here: https://www.dcsa.mil/mc/pv/adjudications/

The selection of the person to be hired for this position is contingent on the candidate having export compliance eligibility for access to U.S. controlled technology which comes under the licensing jurisdiction of the U.S. Department of State, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the U.S. Department of Commerce, Export Administration Regulations (EAR).

The candidate selected will have to qualify as either a U.S. citizen, a U.S. National, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., a Person Admitted into the U.S. as an Asylee or Refugee., a National of a country that is not prohibited from having access to U.S. controlled technology (via a letter of assurance), or a Person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on Materion’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with Materion’s business requirements.

Materion Corporation and its subsidiaries (the “Company”) is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to not unlawfully discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company’s personnel representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Materion’s Veteran Employee Resource group supports veterans and promotes the benefits of hiring veterans in the workplace. We honor all those who have served and are a military friendly company. Veterans are encouraged to apply and military experience and skills are transferrable to Materion careers.

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