Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

The ideal candidate will support high-voltage, high-vacuum electrical testing and advanced detector manufacturing. This opportunity is ideal for engineers with experience in semiconductor manufacturing, vacuum systems, electron-optical components, or precision instrumentation who thrive in hardware-focused environments. LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY PLEASE.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform electrical testing and troubleshooting of precision detector assemblies in an ISO 7 cleanroom
• Operate and maintain high-vacuum systems (10⁻⁷ to 10⁻⁶ Torr) and high-voltage power supplies
• Conduct detailed mechanical and electrical teardowns for root cause and failure analysis
• Diagnose issues including low gain, shorts, vacuum leaks, contamination, and alignment defects
• Support daily production, improve manufacturing yields, and reduce scrap
• Track and analyze yields using SPC methods and tools such as MINITAB
• Maintain test fixtures, oscilloscopes, electrometers, and vacuum controllers
• Contribute to Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and ISO 9001 quality initiatives

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required (ITAR compliance)
• 5+ years of experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Materials Engineering, Physics, or related field
• Experience with semiconductor vacuum systems with high voltage and low current
• Must have test background, failure analysis, and be able to troubleshoot
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and documentation skills
• Proficiency with MS Office, MRP systems, and technical reporting