Product Development Engineer

Summary: VIAVI (NASDAQ: VIAV) is a global provider of network test, monitoring and assurance solutions for telecommunications, cloud, enterprises, first responders, military, aerospace, and railway. VIAVI is also a leader in light management technologies for 3D sensing, anti-counterfeiting, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, government and aerospace applications. We are the people behind the products that help keep the world connected at home, school, work, at play, and everywhere in between. VIAVI employees are passionate about supporting customer success and we welcome people who bring their best every day to the company – to question, to collaborate and to push for solutions that will delight our customers. Duties & Responsibilities: Position Details: This individual will be responsible for engineering ownership relating to the design, quotation and manufacturing readiness of optical thin film coatings. The person in this position is the technical interface with the customer, manufacturing engineering, and production floor supporting product realization as a critical part of the operations team. This individual will be part of the team at Viavi Solutions to identify requirements, establish specifications and respond to inquiries pertaining to optical filters. This person will have primary responsibility related to quotations, product design, production readiness, and product analysis. Position Duties: Work closely with the customer, Application Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering and Operations during the customer communication, quotation, manufacturing readiness, and production phases of a product. Set up the Operations team for success through production readiness. Interface with production personnel to provide product guidance and problem solving. Provide technical ownership of optical coating design, quotation, and manufacturability. Transfer new products from customer inquiry to successful manufacturing. Identify opportunities for and drive continuous improvement activities. Essential Functions: Ability to provide production support via interfacing with coating technicians, support personnel, and the rest of the engineering team. Ability to lead product design Ability to provide quotation input Ability to lead product analysis Ability to lead traveler generation Ability to lead manufacturing readiness Ability to perform under stressful situations Ability to discuss technical requirements with AE’s and Customers Ability to apply critical problem-solving skills Ability to work in partnership with coworkers and management Ability to attend work on a regular and consistent basis Ability to provide scheduled engineering night support occasionally Ability to support 24/7 production as needed via after-hour calls occasionally Pre-Requisites / Skills / Experience Requirements: Education/Experience/Knowledge Qualifications: Bachelor or Master’s degree in Engineering, Physics or other related technical discipline. Three to five years of experience in manufacturing setting. Understanding of design and evaluation of optical coatings. Knowledgeable in Metrology techniques and equipment desired Ability to work under pressure and dealing with demanding customers. Knowledge of fundamental engineering concepts, statistical process control and problem solving techniques. Excellent communication skills and ability to interface with internal as well as external customers. Proficiency in Statistical Process Control Bias for action. Must be U.S. Persons as defined by ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. “Green Card Holder”), Political Asylee, or Refugee. If you have what it takes to push boundaries and seize opportunities, apply to join our team today. VIAVI Solutions is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer – minorities/females/veterans/persons with disabilities. Job Posting Pay Range: 81,900 to 152,100 Exceptional qualifications, experience and location may impact salary. VIAVI offers a competitive benefits package that includes paid time off , health, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and a bonus program. Summary Location: Santa Rosa, CA USA Type: Full time