Are you naturally curious? So are we at MKS. Our collective curiosity drives us to be an innovation leader in many industries. Our products drive technology advancements across a wide range of applications such as semiconductor wafers, augmented/virtual reality, autonomous vehicles, clean drinking water and space exploration. We are a team of collaborators who value fresh thinking and believe in mutual respect, constructive candor, diversity and inclusion. As a valued and trusted partner to our customers, we are continually pushing the boundaries of possibility. We believe in creating technology that transforms our world and are looking for like-minded individuals to join our team. If this is appealing to you, we want to meet you.

We have an excellent opportunity for someone like you to join our innovative team as a Senior Firmware Engineer for New Product Introduction (NPI) for our Daejeon, South Korea facility. You will support the development and implementation of test processes of electro-mechanical parts, sub-assemblies and final assemblies for new product development. What makes this role exciting is working with cross functional groups to reduce costs, improve quality and increase reliability of new products. This will happen by you creating an efficient and consistent process by which new products are transitioned from development to ongoing production.

What you will do is:

• Transition products from Design to Manufacturing. Represent the Technical Operations team in product development projects, communicating requirements and proposing solutions.
• Partner with design engineering and facilitates supplier value engineering in product development with strong influence in DFX (Design for Manufacturing, Assembly, and Service).
• Develop test automation software.
• Define and establish test methods, processes, and tools to streamline new and existing products.
• Experienced in RF and DC circuity testing techniques.
• Create, update, and maintain test process instructions.
• Responsible for coordination of product transfers to manufacturing.
• Design and procure test fixtures.
• Support daily production demand.

What will you bring to the team, along with your curiosity is:

• BS (SE/CE/EE) with +6 years of hands on experience in electrical or electromechanical systems.
• Ability to use advanced software experience for troubleshooting special cases and developing tests for new products.
• Statistical analysis, Gauge R & R, and Correlation analysis experience is a plus.
• Ability to learn quickly problem solving techniques relating to manufacturing process.
• Collaboration skills with a passion for manufacturing and operations.
• Ability to troubleshoot electronic circuits.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to train and mentor production personnel.
• English proficiency desired
• ​Other Information: 10-20% domestic & international travel may be required

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