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Process Development Engineer

US - Goleta, CA💼 Full-time💰 $72,800–$72,800🗓 2026-09-21 → 2026-09-25

Core

Develop, implement, and maintain manufacturing processes and methods for cryocooler fabrication and integration, supporting design engineering and production.

Role type

Process Development Engineer (Manufacturing)

Builds

Cryocooler parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies

Domain

Aerospace and defense / Cryogenic systems / Manufacturing

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Process development, 5M methodology, failure analysis, corrective action, MES/ERP transactions, operator training, ISO/ITAR/EAR compliance, equipment qualification, continuous improvement, GD&T, mechanical design software

Preferred skills

Material characterization, infrared vision systems, vacuum packaging/technology, Lean Six Sigma, statistical platforms (Minitab, JMP, R), C# or Python programming

Technologies

Solid Works, Minitab, JMP, SPSS, R, C#, Python, MES, ERP

Responsibilities

Generate work instructions and process documentation; evaluate defects and work corrective actions; train and certify operators; specify and qualify new equipment; support ISO certification and export controls; conduct process improvement for yield and cost reduction; collaborate with tooling and design engineering

Seniority

Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC

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