Process Engineering Manager

Teledyne Microwave Solutions (TMS); Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 141,900 - 189,200; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Mountain View, California, is seeking a Mid-Senior Level Process Engineer. This role focuses on optimizing manufacturing processes, implementing continuous improvements, and ensuring efficiency on production lines. Candidates should have significant managerial experience in process engineering, RF experience, and knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles. Join a team dedicated to advancing technology in various demanding markets while enjoying a full-time employment opportunity with competitive pay ranging from $141,900 to $189,200 annually.

Qualifications

• 5 - 8 years managerial experience in process engineering teams needed.
• Must have 8-10 years of experience leading process engineering teams.
• Knowledge of ISO and/or AS9100 is essential.
• Experience with Gemba and Kaizen events is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure continuous improvement in all manufacturing processes.
• Identify opportunities through data and metrics analysis.
• Facilitate team reviews of current processes for improvement.
• Develop and maintain process documentation for efficiency.
• Assure compliance with company and industry standards.

Skills

RF experience

Lean Manufacturing

6 Sigma

SPC/CPK/DOE expertise

Leadership skills

Education

BSEE or PhD in Mechanical/Electrical

Black belt Lean/6 sigma certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAD software/AUTO CAD

ERP/MRP Software

Job description

Pay Range

$141,900.00/yr - $189,200.00/yr

Teledyne Microwave Solutions has over 50 years of experience in the design, development, and manufacture of sophisticated microwave/RF components and integrated assemblies for the most demanding challenges. Our products and capabilities are sought after by civilian and military organizations spanning numerous global markets, including Aviation, Communication, Electronic Warfare (EW/ECM/CIED), Industrial, Missile/UAV, Radar, Satcom, Space, and Test and Measurement. Teledyne Microwave Solutions invests heavily in research and development to maintain the ability to offer the world’s most advanced MW/RF capabilities for current and emerging challenges.

Job Summary

This role is responsible for optimizing and improving the efficiency of each of the manufacturing processes. Identifying and implementing continuous improvement, the improvement shall include and not be limited to Yield, Throughput, Productivity, Price of nonconformities and Cost of sales. Ensure the smooth functioning of the production lines, develop new techniques, and modify existing processes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures continuous improvement in process, cost, quality, and production.
• Identify opportunities by analyzing process data and metrics.
• Optimize current processes to meet all customer and internal requirements.
• Facilitates team to critically review current processes for effectiveness, quality, and simplification.
• Develops processes for high efficiency and cost effectiveness.
• Develop, sustain, and improve process related documentation.
• Eliminates waste using lean principles.
• Responsible for all aspects of lean deployment and six sigma activities.
• Implements appropriate sustainable process controls.
• Provide process data analytics for process monitoring, diagnosis, and optimization.
• Monitor, measure and monetize projects and actions post implementation to quantify improvement.
• Performs risk assessments and implements appropriate risk mitigation strategies.
• Designs, runs, tests, and qualifies systems and processes.
• Perform process design, development, and implementation of capital projects.
• Analyze and trouble shoot process problems to make continuous and permanent improvements.
• Develops in depth knowledge of organizations business lines and products.
• Implements innovative business and technical solutions to improve operational effectiveness.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to employees.
• Provide support and guidance to team to meet daily work demands.
• Interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Provide training/programs as needed.
• Ensures compliance with company and industry standards.
• Continuously promote right first time and drive first pass yield.

Other Responsibilities

• Critical thinking, Sound decision maker and strict attention to detail.
• Coordinate cross training per the business needs
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• BSEE, PhD in Mechanical, Electrical a plus
• 5 - 8 years of managerial experience leading process engineering teams.
• 8-10 years of experience leading process engineering teams.
• RF experience.
• General knowledge of Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP Software.
• Follows all import/export requirements, consulting with facility import/export personnel as required.
• Knowledge of ISO and/or AS9100.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing/6 Sigma/Kaizen.
• Knowledge of specific software (design, analysis, ERP…)
• Demonstrated leadership skills and capabilities.
• Black belt Lean/ 6 sigma certification.
• 5S implementations.
• Leading Gemba and Kaizen events.
• Experience with CAD software/ AUTO CAD.
• SPC/CPK/DOE expert.
• US Citizenship with ability to attain/maintain government security clearance.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Engineering and Management

Industries

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, Defense and Space Manufacturing, and Computers and Electronics Manufacturing