Coating Process Engineer

Teledyne FLIR LLC; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company seeks candidates for a manufacturing role centered on coating process planning and quality assurance. Ideal applicants will have an engineering background, familiarity with Lean Six Sigma, and excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively within teams. This position offers a chance to engage in critical processes in a dynamic environment that values attention to detail and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have a strong educational background with engineering/scientific proficiency.
• Lean manufacturing experience with certification is essential.
• Commercial awareness and excellent communication skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Complete process planning and routings using AX system.
• Support weekly cost margin investigations and review coating specifications.
• Resolve production problems focusing on quality issues.

Skills

Understanding of coating principles

Lean manufacturing knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Engineering or scientific background

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Be visionary

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, environmental monitoring, electronics design, oceanographic research, oil and gas exploration, medical imaging, and pharmaceutical research.

We seek individuals who thrive on making an impact and enjoy being part of a winning team.

Job Description

Company Overview

Teledyne Qioptiq is a leader in designing, developing, manufacturing, and supporting complex electro-optical components and systems, including solutions for military and aerospace applications such as Heads Up Displays, Helmet Mounted Displays, and space cover glass for satellites. We also produce energetic devices and subsystems, including Electronic Safe, Arm and Fire devices, Firing Modules, Ignition Safety Devices, and detonators.

Position Outline

The role involves establishing coating process plans aligned with VCPs from Vacuum Coating Development Engineers, investigating process issues, analyzing product cost variances, resolving technical problems, and implementing corrective actions to reduce defects.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete process planning and routings using AX system
• Support weekly cost margin investigations (KPIs)
• Review coating status, specifications, and design files
• Assess tooling requirements and place orders as needed
• Review drawing configurations
• Adjust batch sizes and chamber loading rules in collaboration with Optical Process Engineers
• Assist with repeat and new order inquiries (AX Opportunities)
• Address daily process issues and resolve production problems, focusing on quality issues (FRACAS, Problem Solving A3)
• Support standard work processes (GEMBA, TIER Meetings, MRB, FRB)
• Operate coating equipment to support production ramp-up and chamber commissioning, including sign-offs of VCPs

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Personal Specification:

All candidates must have:

• Understanding of coating principles
• Strong educational background and proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and scientific methods
• An engineering or scientific background to communicate effectively with engineering and production teams
• Lean manufacturing knowledge supported by Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification
• Commercial awareness, confidence, professionalism, and excellent communication skills
• Motivation, responsiveness, meticulous attention to detail

Desirable qualifications include:

• Knowledge of mechanical or electrical standards for high-precision manufacturing
• Experience with continuous improvement and lean methodologies
• Familiarity with interferometry, profilometry, polishing materials, and processes
• Relevant engineering qualifications
• Experience with AS9100/ISO9001 quality standards

We are committed to conducting business ethically, complying with all laws and regulations, and maintaining our reputation for honesty and integrity.