Wavestream designs and manufactures next generation
solid state power amplifiers for mission-critical
satellite communications systems.
This position
is located in San Dimas, CA, 91773.
Job Description
/ Responsibilities:In this position you
will be responsible for producing and testing highly
reliable RF products for use in commercial and military
applications. You will be directing, planning and
coordinating all aspects of manufacturing across
multiple product lines. The work environment is
very dynamic and fast paced.
The manufacturing
activities and oversight include but are not limited
to the following; manage a large work force made
up of various disciplines and backgrounds, supply
chain operations both domestic and overseas, process
development and engineering support, production
operations, unit assembly and test, microelectronics
and test, clean room operations, test automation,
transitions of new products into production, interfacing
with quality assurance, ensure compliance with established
company policies and safety standards, on-time delivery
of products.
Specific area of focus includes;
maintaining the highest levels of quality at all
times, reduce cycle times, reduction of overall
costs, support warranty/failure analysis efforts,
promote continuous improvement and lean manufacturing,
maintain strong employee involvement and morale.
Requirements
/ Skills:• Adapts to changes in the work
environment, effectively manages competing demands
and is able to deal with frequent changes, delays
or unexpected events
• Maintains composure under
pressure and is able to work with complex tasks
under tight deadlines with minimal direction
• Uses sound judgment and creativity in making decisions
of a routine and complex nature
• Superb problem-solving
skills resulting in the ability to resolve problems
in a timely manner and skillfully gathers and analyzes
information
• Knowledge of mechanical devises
and manufacturing of RF products and microelectronics
• Monitors own work and the work of the team with
accuracy and thoroughness to ensure high standards
of quality
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal,
and written communication skills and has a high
level of moral and ethical standards
• Interfaces
well with all individuals at all levels and represents
the executive team in a highly professional manner
• Able to work extended hours and on special
projects if necessary; and travel for work as required
• Provides technical guidance and direction in the
area of manufacturing engineering to assure operations
and development projects and initiatives are achieved
• Provides leadership, guidance, and oversight for
the successful introduction of new products and
processes into production through concurrent engineering
practices, new technologies, and methods
• Reviews
employee performance to assure that deserving employees
are recognized and that under performing employees
are given the direction required to improve their
performance.
• Manages and maintains all manufacturing,
assembly, and test facilities and equipment
Qualifications:
• BS degree in Manufacturing Engineering or Mechanical
Engineering preferred
• 10 - 15 years of relevant
experience with progressively increasing responsibilities
including experience in directing and managing others
• Experience with lean manufacturing, ISO standards
and Six Sigma principles
• Experience with identifying
resources and managing overseas contract manufacturing
• Experience and knowledge of microelectronic components
and clean room operations
Submit resumes
to
rob.babbush@wavestream.com