Fiber Optics Manufacturing Engineer: Scale & Optimize Production

Commonwealth-Fusion-Systems-5

Somerville (MA)

Hybrid

USD 90,000 - 145,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Equity
Health insurance
401(k) with employer matching
13 company-wide holidays
Flexible vacation days
Professional growth opportunities
Team-building activities

Job summary

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is seeking a Fiber Optics Manufacturing Engineer to scale and continuously improve manufacturing for fiber optic cables and assemblies across Devens, MA and Somerville, MA. You will partner with specialists, production techs, design engineering, quality, test, and supply chain to turn development into robust, high-yield production.

The role requires hands-on expertise in fiber optic processes, design for manufacturing, and strong problem-solving.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial/Optical Engineering or equivalent.
  • 5+ years in manufacturing engineering, esp. fiber optic or precision assembly processes.
  • Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, RCCA, DOE, SPC and structured problem-solving.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, standardize, and improve fiber optic manufacturing processes.
  • Transition fiber optic products from R&D to repeatable production.
  • Establish process controls, inspection methods, and process documentation.
  • Collaborate with Design, Quality, Test, and Production teams.
  • Lead continuous improvement and RCCA projects to boost yield and reduce scrap.
  • Provide hands-on guidance and training to production staff.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering
Lean Manufacturing
Six Sigma
RCCA
DOE
SPC
Problem-solving
Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

CAD software
GD&T reading

Job description

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is seeking a Fiber Optics Manufacturing Engineer to scale and continuously improve manufacturing for fiber optic cables and assemblies across Devens, MA and Somerville, MA. You will partner with specialists, production techs, design engineering, quality, test, and supply chain to turn development into robust, high-yield production.

The role requires hands-on expertise in fiber optic processes, design for manufacturing, and strong problem-solving.

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