Sr. Systems Technician

The Sr. Systems Technician supports the development and optimization of complex processes that transform inputs into high-performance products and systems. This role focuses on improving efficiency, safety, and repeatability while supporting scale-up from prototype to full production. You will work closely with a multi-disciplinary engineering team to develop, document, and refine workflows and processes used in high bandwidth free-space optical communication systems between satellites. Responsibilities

• Design and refine processes that convert raw materials or inputs into finished products, with a strong focus on efficiency, safety, and sustainability.
• Evaluate existing workflows, identify inefficiencies, and implement data-driven improvements to enhance yield, throughput, and repeatability.
• Apply structured process improvement methods, such as Design of Experiments (DOE), Lean, and Six Sigma, to optimize performance and consistency.
• Assist in scaling processes from bench, pilot, or prototype stages into full-scale operations while maintaining product integrity and regulatory compliance.
• Support new assembly and integration activities, including equipment setup, qualification campaigns, and process validation.
• Monitor and analyze process metrics to identify trends and opportunities for continuous improvement, then track results and refine approaches.
• Participate in root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions for process deviations and nonconformities.
• Write and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, process specifications, and validation protocols and reports.
• Translate complex technical information into clear, step-by-step documentation, including process flow diagrams and visual aids.
• Manage document control activities, including review, approval, versioning, periodic updates, and adherence to good documentation practices.
• Develop training materials and collaborate with selected team members to train staff on new or updated processes and workflows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams in design, manufacturing, and quality to integrate new processes with minimal disruption to ongoing operations.
• Capture knowledge from subject-matter experts and ensure that documented procedures accurately reflect real practices on the production floor.
• Contribute to process development and improvement initiatives involving optical, fiber optics, and electrical systems in support of high bandwidth communication technologies.

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At least 3 years, * Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline, a related technical field, or equivalent experience.

• 3+ years of experience in process development, process engineering, or a related laboratory or manufacturing role.
• Hands-on experience with process improvement and process development in technical environments.
• Proven technical writing experience, including authoring SOPs, protocols, and technical reports.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data to drive decisions and improvements.
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience creating and maintaining work instructions and process documentation.
• Familiarity with process improvements in optical, fiber optics, and electrical systems., * Advanced education or certification in process optimization, Lean Six Sigma, regulatory compliance, or technical communication.
• Proficiency with CAD tools, such as AutoCAD, and experience with simulation or modeling software.
• Familiarity with automation in manufacturing or laboratory environments.
• Experience with AI and data analysis tools, such as JMP, Minitab, or Python, to support process analytics and optimization.
• Experience working with document management systems to maintain controlled, versioned technical documentation., Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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