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II-VI Aerospace & Defense · 9 hours ago

Sr Sapphire Crystal Growth Process Engineer

Murrieta, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

II-VI Aerospace & Defense is a high technology company specializing in advanced materials and engineering solutions. They are seeking a highly skilled Sr Sapphire Crystal Growth Process Engineer to operate sapphire crystal growth equipment and drive advancements in process and product development, focusing on process design, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.

AerospaceAppsManufacturingSpace Travel

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Identifies and monitors critical crystal growth process parameters, addresses factors that impact process control, yield, and throughput

Creates/maintains crystal growth procedures, SPC charts and related paperwork

Investigates data to establish correlations & trends, improvements, and root cause failure analysis for existing processes

Utilizes fundamental understanding of materials science and crystal growth to develop new growth processes to meet internal and external customer requirements

Leads the implementation of processes/technology from R&D to manufacturing

Supports manufacturing operations in capacity expansion and supplier qualification while maintaining quality and meeting product specifications

Generates scientific and technical ideas, contributes to the Intellectual Property Portfolio of Coherent by writing disclosures and patents

Participates to scientific meetings

Qualification

Sapphire crystal growthMaterials scienceHigh temperature furnacesSPCDoECAD (SolidWorks)TroubleshootingEthicsProfessionalismTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelors in Materials Science, Engineering, Physics, or Chemistry

Minimum 5 years of melt crystal growth experience, preferably with sapphire, YAG, spinel or other high-melting materials

Hands-on experience in the operation of high temperature furnaces, power supplies, vacuum systems, and infrastructure equipment

Good command of crystal growth principles, materials science, and their application to crystal growth technology in industrial environment

Working knowledge of crystal growth equipment troubleshooting

Ability to rapidly identify operational, technical problems and emergencies, and to develop quick responses

Experience with SPC and DoE, maintaining records, preparing reports and technical summaries, internal and external presentations

Proficiency in CAD, preferably SolidWorks

Demonstrated ability to achieve results independently or working as part of a team, working with employees in a multi-cultural, global team environment

Sets a high standard of ethics, professionalism, leadership, and competency

Job operates in production environment on 1st shift, schedule is Mon-Fri. May occasionally work on 2nd or 3rd shift to meet manufacturing demands is required. May occasionally require weekend support

Works in areas with fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals

Required to function in narrow aisles or passageways

Noise level – Usually loud

Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word

Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction

Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction

Working with Hand / Fingers: Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling

Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm

Visual acuity requirements including color, depth perception, and field vision

Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects

All employees are required to attend scheduled training, follow the site EHS procedures and Corporate EHS standards

Managers will ensure that all safety and environmental procedures are followed consistently

Wears safety gear for extended period of time, including safety glasses, respirator, and safety shoes

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System

Ensure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent A&D