Boston Scientific · 1 month ago
R&D Fiber Optic Technician II
Carlsbad, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$48K/yr - $82K/yr
2+ years expBoston Scientific is a leader in medical science committed to solving important health industry challenges. The R&D Fiber Optic Technician II provides technical support to R&D Engineers by assisting in process development, documentation, and prototyping related to fiber optic processes.
Health CareMedicalMedical Device
Responsibilities
Performs general catheter assembly using laboratory equipment, tools and microscopes
Perform process development activities supporting both current and new products. Processes include fiber optic cleaving, splicing, tapering, splitter and coupler assembly, ferrule / connector assembly, sensor assembly, and endface inspection / cleaning
Build prototypes devices and test samples in accordance with engineering instructions, or drawings and specifications. Provides input to engineers as necessary
Participate in the design and development of new concepts
Assists with development of manufacturing processes and corresponding transfer to production
Supports Engineering with root cause analysis and discovering then implementing process improvements
Sets up and operates manufacturing and/or test equipment, and records data with limited supervision
Gathers, maintains, formats, compiles, and manipulates technical data, such as laboratory or material test results and engineering design changes
Partners with engineering staff on project needs
Supports R&D in device testing to inform design and/or process updates
Qualification
Required
A minimum of High school or equivalent education
6+ months' experience in medical device industry
2+ years' experience in fiber optic assembly
Hands-on experience in medical device manufacturing and production environment or prototyping experience
Working knowledge of catheters and microscopes in medical device laboratory
Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software
Preferred
Ability to quickly interpret and comprehend engineering drawings and specifications
Use of measurement devices and required safety equipment when performing lab work
The candidate should have good organizational skills, personal skills, and a strong follow-through 'can do' attitude
Monitors own work to ensure quality
Must also verbally communicate work to engineers and other staff in a clearly understood, organized and logical manner
Familiar with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and laboratory practices
Benefits
Core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC)
Annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements)
Company
Boston Scientific
Boston Scientific is a medical technology company that designs and develops medical devices to diagnose and treat a wide range of condition.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$10.02B2025-02-21Post Ipo Debt· $1.58B
2024-02-22Post Ipo Debt· $2.17B
2022-03-04Post Ipo Debt· $3.28B
Leadership Team
Michael Mahoney
Chairman, President & CEO
Daniel J. Brennan
Chief Financial Officer
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