Assembly & Test Planner
$39,960–$68,931 year
On-site · Midland, Ontario, Canada
Job Summary
Assemble and test optical products by defining, implementing, and maintaining assembly and test processes to meet world-class optical capabilities. Read and interpret technical data packages, specifications, models and drawings for optical assemblies; perform optical system testing (MTF, line of sight, transmission, encircled energy); develop cost estimates including process times, materials, and engineering effort; define, design, source, and commission fixtures, tools, and equipment for assembly and test; produce detailed documentation and train operators; create ERP routings for production assemblies; support operations with root-ccause analysis and continuous improvement to reduce touch time; identify process automation opportunities and perform ROI assessments with the engineering group.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s or Bachelor’s degrees in Engineering Physics, Industrial, Manufacturing, Aerospace or Optical Engineering, Physics or related fields
- Minimum 3 years professional experience in a manufacturing technical support role
- Strong competency with MS Office
- Strong technical writing ability and communication skills
- Adaptable, innovative and problem solver
- Experience in opto-mechanical assembly alignment methods
- Knowledge of 3D CAD modelling (Autodesk Inventor or equivalent) and Blueprint reading including GD&T
- Experience producing cost estimates and root cause analysis
- Knowledge of quality management systems: APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, SPC
- Familiarity with the design of experiments (DOE)
Desired Qualifications
- Master’s or Bachelor’s degrees in Engineering Physics
- Industrial, Manufacturing, Aerospace or Optical Engineering, Physics or related fields
- Minimum 3 years professional experience in a manufacturing technical support role
- Experience in opto-mechanical assembly alignment methods
- Knowledge of 3D CAD modelling (Autodesk Inventor or equivalent)
- Blueprint reading including GD&T
- Experience producing cost estimates and root cause analysis
- Knowledge of quality management systems: APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, SPC
- Familiarity with the design of experiments (DOE)
Additional Requirements
- Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status required; residency in Canada for minimum five consecutive years; successful security screening per Controlled Goods Regulations and Contract Security Program
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