Manufacturing Engineer/Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Company websitefairchildimaging.com (Fairchild Imaging, Inc, opens in new tab)
Base salary $120K to $190K
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in San Jose, CA
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- LocationSan Jose, CA
- WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (3 h ago) · observed since
About this job
Fairchild Imaging, headquartered in San Jose, California is a specialty image sensor design and manufacturing company with deep experience in developing leading edge performance CMOS image sensors. Our portfolio of image sensors can be found in many high-performance imaging applications like space exploration, medical x-ray, sciences, quantum computing, machine vision, low light, and 360 situational awareness.
We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer/ Senior Manufacturing Engineer to develop, implement, and maintain cost effective manufacturing and test methods, and flow of material for existing products and new product introductions. Utilizes experience in semiconductor assembly and test manufacturing and performs as subject matter expert in relevant manufacturing processes. This role supports the development of new methods, processes, and equipment and communicates process and production status information and feedback to internal customers and managers.
Primary Responsibilities
- Develop new manufacturing processes / tooling, resolve manufacturing constraints including development of controls to ensure accurate and consistent measurement of assembly and test performance
- Review/approves engineering drawings/design changes for producibility and coordinates first article assembly from release through delivery
- Develops complex work instructions, software, and procedures in support of manufacturing processes
- Develops training programs and provides manufacturing personnel with training and technical guidance
- Performs complex methods (and cost) analysis and conducts process measurements
- Assist in the resolution of supply chain issues impacting manufacturing as well as supplier feedback, selection and technical assistance
- Acts as liaison between Manufacturing, Production Control, Engineering and suppliers. Represents manufacturing at design reviews, Configuration Control Board (CCB), make versus buy meetings, and Material Review Board (MRB) meetings
Required Qualifications
- Solid background in quality systems and electronics assembly and test processes
- Proven record of analyzing manufacturing / support processes and driving continuous improvement. This position is the subject matter expert for manufacturing processes that include; wafer dicing, die attach, wire bonding, epoxy bonding, and complex camera assembly and test processes.
- Demonstrated ability to proactively identify opportunities to improve performance, develop targets and action plans and lead an organization to achieve results
- Excels at yield analysis, failure analysis (field and in process) leading to root cause, and comes up with corrective actions
- Proficient in use of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, yield analysis and tracking tools, and other manufacturing support systems
- Proficient in use of standard Microsoft Office products in producing data-driven reports
- Demonstrated ability to efficiently and effectively monitor operations with excellent communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills
- Results driven, analytical, self motivated, detail oriented with ability to logically identify alternate solutions or approaches to complex problems
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in electronics/semiconductor environment with hands-on experience CMOS and CCD imagers and cameras a plus
- Medical, dental, or other X-ray product experience a plus
- Experience in Six Sigma, SPC, Continuous Improvement / Lean Methodologies a plus
- Proficient in use of Minitab or similar
- Experience troubleshooting PC Boards issues to component level and/or selection of assembly epoxies a plus
Education
BS and minimum of 7 years' experience as Manufacturing or Process Engineer in electronics manufacturing, including assembly and test.
Fairchild Imaging provides our employees with a range in benefits offerings that includes:
- 9/80 Schedule - You get every other Friday off!
- Medical, Dental and Vision coverage with multiple plan offerings
- Health Savings Account with an employer contribution annually
- 401(k) retirement plans with Employer matching
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Generous Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, and additional Floating Holidays
The base salary range for this role is $120,000 to $190,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.
Fairchild Imaging is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.
Source: Fairchild Imaging, Inc on Greenhouse · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($120,000) is above 18% of the 2,102 Engineering (non-software) roles in California listed on this site; 56 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $146,200; the middle half runs from $124,000 to $173,750.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 7, 2026.
This listingManufacturing Engineer/Senior Manufacturing Engineer$120K to $190K
Manufacturing Engineer/Senior Manufacturing Engineer$120K to $190K
Senior Hardware Design Engineer$180K to $200K
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| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing Engineer/Senior Manufacturing Engineer (this listing) | $120K - $190K |
| Manufacturing Engineer/Senior Manufacturing Engineer | $120K - $190K |
| Senior Hardware Design Engineer | $180K - $200K |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-09-11
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