Sustaining Engineer

Summary: VIAVI (NASDAQ: VIAV) is a global provider of network test, monitoring and assurance solutions for telecommunications, cloud, enterprises, first responders, military, aerospace, and railway. VIAVI is also a leader in light management technologies for 3D sensing, anti-counterfeiting, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, government and aerospace applications.

We are the people behind the products that help keep the world connected at home, school, work, at play, and everywhere in between. VIAVI employees are passionate about supporting customer success and we welcome people who bring their best every day to the company – to question, to collaborate and to push for solutions that will delight our customers.

Duties & Responsibilities: The Sustaining Engineer will play a critical role in ensuring the ongoing quality, manufacturability, and efficiency of Viavi Solutions Inc.'s products throughout their lifecycle. This position focuses on resolving product issues, optimizing manufacturing processes, and maintaining product documentation.

• Manage and update Bills of Materials (BOM) to reflect design changes, component obsolescence, and manufacturing optimizations.
• Analyze product designs and manufacturing processes to ensure manufacturability and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with manufacturing operations to troubleshoot production issues, implement corrective actions, and improve overall line efficiency.
• Apply various quality techniques and perform quality analysis to identify root causes of product failures and implement robust solutions.
• Support existing products by addressing field returns, customer complaints, and internal quality escapes through effective sustaining engineering practices.
• Participate in design reviews and provide feedback on new product designs to ensure they meet manufacturing and quality standards.
• Document engineering changes, manufacturing procedures, and quality specifications thoroughly.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to product quality, cost reduction, and process optimization.

Pre-Requisites / Skills / Experience Requirements: Qualifications:

• Proven experience in Sustaining Engineering or a similar role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding and practical experience with Bill of Materials (BOM) management.
• Demonstrated expertise in manufacturability principles and their application in product design and production.
• Solid knowledge of manufacturing operations and various manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in quality analysis and the application of various quality techniques (e.g., FMEA, 8D, SPC).
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a methodical approach to root cause analysis.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

If you have what it takes to push boundaries and seize opportunities, apply to join our team today.

VIAVI Solutions is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer – minorities/females/veterans/persons with disabilities.

Job Posting Pay Range: 88,900

to

165,100

Exceptional qualifications, experience and location may impact salary. VIAVI offers a competitive benefits package that includes paid time off, health, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and a bonus program.