Staff NPI Engineer

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience in engineering role with experience working in high volume production environments.
• Bonus points for experience in consumer electronics or the automotive industry.
• Experience with launching hardware products and the product life cycle, and selecting the right-sized process based on the needs of the program.
• Experience in relevant fields – optical alignment process development, optical interconnect, chip-to-chip coupling, and FAU alignment
• Participate in the process of bringing up a new technology from the R&D stage to high volume manufacturing.
• Proficient in SPC, 6 sigma, quality control process; good understanding of machine and process interactions.
• We are seeking applicants who demonstrate the ability to work independently, deliver results promptly, communicate effectively, operate with a sense of urgency, and thrive in a fast-paced development and production environment.
• Experience with working with supply chain and vendors, bonus points for experience in design engineering and new product introduction.
• Working knowledge of GD&T.
• Experience with 3D CAD and PDM/PLM, including Arena
• Need to live in a high output constantly evolving environment wearing many hats that include everything from concepts to sustaining engineering.
• Extensive design experience that can be leveraged to successfully work with cross-functional partners like the internal design team and external Contract Manufacturers.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in the automotive industry
• Experience with optical, electro-optical, and opto-mechanical assembly and manufacture.
• Knowledge in Flip Chip Packaging / multi-chip module/ hybrid bonding / Optical Connector Assembly/ Optical Connector to chip attach.
• Hands-on experience working with packaging / bonding machines and optimizing process recipes.
• Knowledgeable in DFx, FMEA process, and failure analysis methodologies.
• Experience with materials, adhesives, thermal/mechanical interactions, and reliability considerations in optical hardware
• Know-how of yield analysis and process cycle time reduction methodology.
• For roles based in Mountain View, CA: The salary range for this position is $139,000 - $247,000 per year. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

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