Teledyne Judson Technologies · 2 days ago
Manufacturing Engineer - Fiber Optics
US - Portsmouth, NH (TDY)
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expTeledyne Judson Technologies provides advanced technologies for industrial growth markets, and they are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer specializing in Fiber Optics. This role focuses on optimizing manufacturing processes for fiber-optic products while collaborating with various teams to ensure product quality and efficient production flow.
ElectronicsManufacturing
Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for fiber-optic assemblies and related interconnect products
Create and maintain detailed work instructions, assembly procedures, process flow diagrams, PFMEAs, and control plans
Identify opportunities for waste reduction, throughput improvement, and process stabilization using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions for production issues
Support termination, polishing, splicing, alignment, and testing of fiber-optic components
Develop standardized processes for cleaning, handling, and inspection of optical fibers and connectors
Evaluate and qualify fiber-optic materials, tooling, adhesives, cleaning agents, connectors, and test equipment
Troubleshoot optical performance issues including insertion loss, return loss, and contamination-related defects
Provide daily engineering support to manufacturing teams to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality production
Train operators/technicians on updated processes, tooling, and best practices
Lead implementation of new equipment, jigs, and fixtures to improve consistency and productivity
Drive resolution of nonconformances, scrap, and rework trends
Collaborate with Design Engineering to review fiber-optic drawings, specifications, and models for manufacturability (DFM)
Participate in prototype builds and transition designs into stable production processes
Support qualification builds, first article inspections (FAIs), and design/process validation testing
Ensure compliance with customer, industry, and internal manufacturing standards
Maintain accurate documentation within Teledyne’s quality management system and ERP/MRP tools
Support audit activities and create engineering change orders (ECOs) as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Optical, Electrical, or related field)
2+ years of hands-on manufacturing engineering experience, preferably in fiber-optic assembly or precision electromechanical manufacturing
Strong understanding of fiber-optic handling, polishing, inspection, and test methods
Experience with process documentation, PFMEA, SPC, and root cause analysis tools (5 Why, Fishbone, DMAIC)
Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to support fast-paced production environments
Preferred
Experience with high-reliability or harsh-environment products (aerospace, defense, subsea)
Familiarity with fiber-optic testing equipment (OTDR, optical power meters, interferometers)
Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher)
Experience working in an AS9100 or ISO9001 quality environment
Understanding of epoxy bonding, curing processes, and micro-assembly techniques
Company
Teledyne Judson Technologies
Teledyne Judson Technologies is a designer and manufacturer of high performance infrared detectors and accessory products
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2008-02-04Acquired
2000-03-01Private Equity
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