• Provide vision, leadership, and direction in the development of CACI strategic initiatives to address the emerging need for Photonics Solutions

• Foster an entrepreneurial culture by leading and developing a team grounded in strong work ethic, dedication, and passion for intellectual curiosity

• Provide leadership and direction as an active member of the manufacturing senior staff in the development of strategic initiatives and support the Manufacturing Manager of Photonics Product Realization Services (PRS)

• Drive and support AS9100 initiatives and quality objectives

• Lead and support equipment and facilities expansion

• Implement process capability monitoring and improvement, to include the use of statistical process control

• Provide direction in problem solving, product or process characterization, process efficiency improvements and continuous improvement activities

• Drive optimization of products for improved manufacturability, cycle time and cost reductions

• Work with design team to ensure Design for Manufacturing (DFM) is incorporated into future products such that they successfully pass a manufacturing readiness review prior to low-rate initial production

• Work with engineering to negotiate product specifications and print acceptance criteria

• Travel to other CACI Locations or customer sites, as necessary (< 10% Travel)

• Perform other duties, as required

• Solve production issues with optics and mechanical assemblies.

• Strong Optical and mechanical background.

You’ll Bring These Qualifications:

• Proven experience leading a team of highly skilled manufacturing and test engineers

• Developed manufacturing labor and material proposals in compliance to DFAR regulationsA

• Ability to lead all team members though the process of solving manufacturing and test engineering issues

• Proven ability to influence design for manufacturing changes

• Proven ability to prepare and present Manufacturing & Test Readiness Reviews

• Proven ability to prepare and present Manufacturing Readiness Assessments (MRAs) and MRL questionnaires in compliance to DOD MRL Deskbook standards

• Experience with ensuring engineering designs are compatible with manufacturing operation tools (i.e. MRP)

• Knowledgeable in strategic planning for production efforts

• Performed capacity planning for product lines

• Thorough understanding of high volume electro-optical manufacturing and test concepts

• Knowledgeable in AS9100

• Highly self-motived with the ability to drive projects to completion

• Strong oral and written presentation skills

• Ability to lead, as well as work independently in a team environment

• Experience in the development of new product from concept to production

• Well versed in utilizing all Microsoft software applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio)

• Minimum 10 years of experience managing complex DOD production projects

• Four-year engineering degree (BS) from an accredited college

• Ability to work in office full time

These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:

• In depth knowledge of complex photonics manufacturing

• Knowledge of production test set and software development techniques

• Well versed in Lean Manufacturing with certification preferred

• Familiar with Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA), risk management and change management processes

• Skilled in applying analytical and statistical tools such as Mini Tab, FRACAS and DOE

• Experience with Earned Value management

• Experience applying learning curves to labor proposals

• Able to interpret and execute upon complex MSProject schedules

• Knowledge in Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) and product realization

• Hands on experience with Photonics manufacturing/test equipment and tooling design

• Understands Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations

What We Can Offer You:
- We’ve been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.
- Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.
- We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.
- We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation’s highest priorities.
- For over 60 years, the principles of CACI’s unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.

Company Overview:

CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn morehere

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$45,900 - $91,800