This is an exciting time to join EMCORE Corporation as we continue our fast-paced growth to becoming the leading provider of advanced Mixed-Signal Optics and MEMS-based products that provide the foundation for today’s leading-edge aerospace, broadband, inertial navigation, & defense systems.

At EMCORE, we welcome forward thinking and continuously challenging existing processes and methodology. We especially want to host a creative culture for all to learn and grow. If you are resilient and enjoy working in a dynamic high growth environment, then you belong with us. (www.emcore.com)

Summary of Position and Responsibilities:

The Principal Engineer, Quality is an exempt level position located in our Tinley Park, IL facility, reporting to our Quality Assurance Director / VP of Quality Assurance. The role of this position is to lead scrap reduction initiatives as well as MRB inventory. One of the key roles is to evaluate the failure modes and to develop, implement, and lead a failure analysis plan in order to identify the root cause. This will require cross functional communication with the manufacturing and design engineering team.

This position will require working closely with the cross functional team to determine root cause in order to improve the quality, design, and manufacturability of our company’s products.

Position will also include leading cross functional teams on Six Sigma initiatives to drive root cause, corrective actions, process variation reduction, and continuous improvement activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Principal Engineer, Quality #1531
• This position has a salary range of $120k to $130k, depending on experience and skill level.
• This position is 100% on site and will require minimal travel.
• Lead scrap reduction initiatives with cross functional team, with focus on root cause.
• Lead MRB inventory reductions with cross functional team.
• Prepare and deliver presentations (i.e., Six Sigma) regarding scrap reduction and MRB inventory reduction as required.
• Prepare metrics on scrap and MRB inventory.
• Develop, implement, and lead a scrap analysis plan in order to identify the root cause and propose solutions to reduce scrap in those areas.
• Interface with the manufacturing and design engineering teams, both for soliciting inputs on possible root cause.
• Perform failure analysis and work with cross functional teams to drive root cause, corrective actions, process variation reduction, and continuous improvement activities.
• Perform Supplier related issues and perform failure analysis and work with cross functional teams to drive root cause, corrective actions, process variation reduction, and continuous improvement activities.
• Lead Six Sigma teams and initiatives and work with cross functional teams to drive the DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control process.
• Participate in DPRP activities for lessons learned inputs to the design activities.
• Participate as a functional team member on production line issues and MRB activities as required.
• Assess current state customer return process and recommend/lead improvement activities.
• Coordinate outsource lab support as required.
• Conduct innovative use of new analytical tools, equipment, and methodologies.
• Understand, and assess accordingly, how equipment and process variation in test and data collection for F/A evaluation impacts data results while determining actions and conclusions.
• Support QA activities such as supplier qualifications, external/internal audits, and QMS improvement initiatives.
• Other activities may also include involvement with production line failures as well as supporting the Quality Management System improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate with the Engineering team and prepared qualification/validation reports for DPRP projects.

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:

• Minimum 5-7 years experience as a Quality Engineer in manufacturing or similar industry.
• Work experience that involved in depth failure/defect analysis.
• Knowledgeable in corrective actions, FMEAs, DFMs, control plan, DPRP process, key characteristics implementation, Gage R&R, root cause & corrective action, MRB disposition, and 8D Methodologies.
• Knowledgeable and efficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Logical thinker and able to make autonomous decisions regarding document control and system administrator processes.
• Good technical writing skills.
• Good presentation skills, including preparation and delivery.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to document and communicate complex technical concepts clearly.
• Good communication and group dynamic skills; dealing with customers/suppliers, leading meetings, and interfacing with cross functional groups within the organization as well as all levels of the organization.
• Candidate must have competencies in statistical concepts.
• Ability to self-start and work with very little supervision.
• Familiar with ISO9001: 2000 and AS9100 Quality Management system principles.
• Proven ability to process information from multiple sources and make decisions based upon sound engineering judgment.
• Proven ability to interpret complex blueprints utilizing ASME 14.5 GD&T and industry standard drawing callouts and a basic knowledge of machining processes, surface finish, and coating techniques.

Desired Characteristics:

• Trained and experienced in Six Sigma, Shainin Strategies, Lean, 5S concepts is a plus.
• ANSI ESD S20.20, FOD Prevention, and supplier certification a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of IS09001 and AS9100 a plus.
• Knowledge and experience in analysis techniques such as SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope) and FIB (Focused Ion Beam) is a plus.

Minimum Required Education:

• Minimum Bachelor of Science degree in an Engineering discipline such as Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Material Science, Reliability, or similar field of study.

• As a federal contractor, we are required to have all candidates offered employment to pass a criminal background check and a multi-panel drug screening, prior to starting employment.

• ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

Separate from employment eligibility (Form I-9), U.S. export license requirements may apply before the Company can provide certain non-“U.S. persons” with access to specific technology, software and hardware that may be necessary for a position. As such, this position may require ITAR or EAR clearance.

EMCORE Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.