**Duration: 12-month contract with Extension** **Job Description:** Concurrently with the product development team, work to define, develop, and deliver new optical products and manufacturing processes for precision optics that meet all technical requirements. This position supports the Precision Optics (PO) and Laser Optics (LO) component and assembly manufacturing groups with product and process development responsibilities. This position interfaces with both the development group and the plant operations group. + The focus of this role is developing new opto-mechanical production capabilities that do not currently exist in the manufacturing plant but are needed to meet new product design requirements. + Perform as key member of the product development team starting with program launch to enable early involvement and concurrent engineering of manufacturing processes. + Process development is accomplished in a consistent, standardized manner utilizing a knowledge center of best practices and DF/X methodologies. + Engage the plant receivers (process engineering, operations associates, quality, supply chain, etc.) during the development phase through informal and formal design reviews. + Individuals applying for this position must be team oriented and able to work collaboratively with others. **Day to Day Responsibilities:** + To champion the use of DF/X tools on product development teams + Consider lowest production costs with design alternatives + Attempt to eliminate manufacturing/assembly waste with product design + Ensure products are designed for stable processes that are already in use; if current processes do not meet new requirements, develop new processes concurrently during product development. + Participate in the Preliminary Design Review (PDR) and Critical Design Review (CDR) of all new product development. + Participate in Manufacturing Risk Assessments and manage Risk Reduction activities. + Specify new manufacturing capabilities via development of new techniques, or specifying new equipment, tools, fixtures, test equipment. + Develop process flow charts, work instructions, process sheets, checklists, forms, and other required documentation for detailed product build strategy. + Responsible for pre-transfer (prototypes & pilots) build quality and delivery commitments. + Train first round of manufacturing personnel on new capabilities and processes. + Stay current with the latest manufacturing trends and seek out the appropriate experts when needed. + Assess existing manufacturing capability gaps and recommend development activities. + Solid modeling of fixtures & tools using Creo CAD software + Set-up, develop processes for, and operate new production equipment **Experience:** + 3+ years experience, preferably in the field of optics + Knowledge of the manufacture of optical materials, components, and assemblies + Knowledge of optical metrology equipment including interferometers, profilometers, & autocollimators + Aptitude for precision hands-on optical and mechanical skills; experience with assembling close tolerance parts that may have unusual shapes or parameters + Have a drive for continuous improvement and be flexible and willing to learn new things + Ideal candidate would have experience in: + Optics and optical materials + Precision machining and measurement + Precision alignment, positioning, and assembly + Interferometric testing + Manufacturing processing + Experience in precision machining and measurement including CNC equipment and programming; use of G-code + Experience using 3D solid modeling software; Solid modeling of fixtures & tools using Creo CAD software + Familiarity with MasterCam + Experience with process development in an optics shop environment + Knowledge of plano polishing on pitch lapping equipment + Knowledge of optical material and coating interaction with high power lasers at UV wavelengths + Strong communication skills including written, verbal, and formal presentations + Proficiency in Excel is required. Matlab, and other analytical software applications is desired. + Strong laboratory skills working in a clean room environment. **Education:** + BS in Optical, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering, or AAS degree with 10+ years of experience in the field of Optics **About US Tech Solutions:** US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com (http://www.ustechsolutionsinc.com) . US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.