Lead Optical Manufacturing Engineer, Photonics & DFM

CACI International Inc; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc seeks an Optical Manufacturing Engineer to join our engineering team. You will work with seasoned engineers to implement leading-edge photonics technologies and drive design-for-manufacturing and process improvements.

This full-time role requires a BS in engineering, ability to work on-site in the United States, and up to 10% travel across locations. You will lead initiatives to reduce cycle times, improve manufacturability, and support manufacturing readiness reviews.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading a team of manufacturing and test engineers.
• Guide team through solving manufacturing and test‑engineering issues.
• Proven ability to influence design‑for‑manufacturing changes.
• Understanding of high‑volume electro‑optical manufacturing and test concepts.
• Strong oral and written presentation skills.
• Ability to lead as well as work independently in a team environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio).
• Four‑year engineering BS degree.
• Ability to work in the office full‑time.

Responsibilities

• You will join our team working closely with seasoned engineers and mentors who will provide guidance for implementing leading‑edge technologies
• Under this guidance, provide vision, leadership, and direction in developing CACI strategic initiatives to address emerging photonics needs
• Foster an entrepreneurial culture by leading and developing a team grounded in strong work ethic, dedication, and intellectual curiosity
• Lead and support equipment and facilities expansion
• Implement process‑capability monitoring and improvement, including use of statistical process control
• Provide direction in problem solving, product or process characterization, process‑efficiency improvements, and continuous‑improvement activities
• Drive optimization of products for improved manufacturability, cycle time, and cost reductions
• Work with design teams to ensure Design for Manufacturing (DFM) is incorporated into future products and supports successful manufacturing readiness review
• Work with engineering to negotiate product specifications and print acceptance criteria
• Travel to other CACI locations or customer sites as necessary (10% travel)
• Perform other duties as required
• Solve production issues with optics and mechanical assemblies
• Possess strong optical and mechanical background

Skills

Team leadership

Design for manufacturing

Process improvement

Problem solving

Communication skills

Independence

MS Office proficiency

EO/photonic manufacturing knowledge

On-site work capability

Education

BS Engineering

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Visio

Job description

CACI International Inc seeks an Optical Manufacturing Engineer to join our engineering team. You will work with seasoned engineers to implement leading-edge photonics technologies and drive design-for-manufacturing and process improvements.

This full-time role requires a BS in engineering, ability to work on-site in the United States, and up to 10% travel across locations. You will lead initiatives to reduce cycle times, improve manufacturability, and support manufacturing readiness reviews.