{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"ece498323be4c66f4c5f736f","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ece498323be4c66f4c5f736f","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ece498323be4c66f4c5f736f","title":"Process and Engineering Manager","description":"At Winchester Interconnect, we always do the right thing, the right way.\nWinchester Interconnect is committed to inspiring the most innovative teams. We foster a dynamic, inclusive environment that thrives on collaboration and continuous growth. We hire exceptional people, celebrate wins, empower employee growth, and provide opportunities to thrive. Winchester is where potential transforms into purpose, and every team member plays a vital role in shaping our shared success.\nPosition Summary:\nThe Engineering and Process Manager – RF & Microwave is a hands-on technical leader responsible for driving engineering excellence across coax cable assemblies, RF/microwave connectors, and custom interconnect solutions. Based at our Santa Rosa, CA facility, you will support multidisciplinary engineering requirements in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment serving the fast-paced Aerospace, Defense, and Telecommunications markets.\nThis role provides overall technical leadership including product, process engineering, manufacturing, test and applications engineering. You will oversee the site's New Product Introduction (NPI), drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM), support customer-facing technical engagements, and provide direct engineering support to manufacturing. Acting as the technical cornerstone of the site, you will collaborate daily with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, Sales and Customer Service to ensure we deliver innovative, high-performance products optimized for manufacturability, reliability, and speed-to-market.\nThis position reports to the Division's Director of Engineering and oversees assembly processes, engineering and application activities while driving continuous improvement in product quality, throughput, and operational efficiency.\nQualifications & Requirements:\nBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent technical discipline.\n5–7 years of progressive engineering experience in an electro-mechanical manufacturing environment, with at least 3 years in engineering leadership or management.\nStrong experience in cable assemblies, RF/microwave connectors, interconnect systems, or wire harness manufacturing.\nExpertise in high-mix, low-volume aerospace/defense environments (AS9100, ISO9001).\nDeep understanding of RF/microwave principles, materials, connector design, soldering/crimp processes, shielding, and high-frequency testing.\nHands-on experience with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and ERP/MRP systems for BOM and routing control.\nStrong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to customers, sales teams, and non-technical stakeholders.\nU.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (ITAR compliance required).\nOur core values - Accountability, Collaboration, and Empowerment (ACE) - are the foundation of how we operate and drive success. You will take ownership of your contributions, collaborate with a team that gets stuff done, and be empowered to innovate and pursue bold initiatives that drive our business forward.\nAre You Our Next ACE?\nTechnical leadership & Engineering Management\nLead, mentor and develop a high-performing manufacturing support team, establishing clear goals, and fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.\nDrive technical strategy, identify new technologies, tools and process improvements to maintain competitive advantage in RF/ Microwave interconnect.\nEstablish, track and communicate key processes and engineering KPIs (NPI on-time delivery, quote turnaround time, ECO cycle time, etc.).\nRF/Microwave & Process Engineering\nServe as the subject matter expert for RF/microwave coax assemblies, precision connectors, cable processes and high frequency performance considerations (VSWR, return loss, shielding effectiveness, insertion less, etc.)\nDevelop and optimize manufacturing processes including cable prep, soldering, crimping, brazing, potting, torquing, and high-frequency testing.\nCreate, review, and maintain all engineering documentation including drawings, specifications, work instructions, BOMs, and routings within the applicable ERP system.\nEnsure adherence to MIL-DTL specifications, IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards, AS9100 requirements, and customer workmanship expectations.\nNew Product Introduction (NPI) & Design for Manufacturability\nLead the technical portion of the NPI process, including design reviews, prototype development, material selection, test strategy, and manufacturability validation.\nDrive DFM/DFX activities to reduce complexity, improve yields, and lower cost.\nPartner with Operations to implement robust processes that support repeatability, quality, and scalability.\nIdentify, research and implement tools and fixtures and equipment for key processes\nCustomer-Facing Applications Engineering\nAct as a technical liaison to customers, providing application support, product recommendations, troubleshooting guidance, and technical presentations.\nSupport Sales with engineering inputs for proposals, including labor estimates, material selections, testing requirements, and cost drivers.\nParticipate in customer meetings, audits, and design reviews; translate customer needs into manufacturable solutions.\nProduction Support & Problem Solving\nProvide real-time technical support to the production floor to minimize downtime and ensure schedule adherence.\nLead Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) activities for internal CARs and external RMAs, implementing permanent, data-driven solutions.\nCollaborate cross-functionally to resolve complex engineering and manufacturing challenges.\nTroubleshoot, analyze and implement corrections to non-conforming tests and inspection of products and processes.\nCompliance & Quality\nEnsure all designs and processes meet applicable industry standards (MIL-DTL, UL) and regulatory requirements (ITAR, REACH, RoHS).\nMaintain configuration control and ensure engineering documentation is accurate and up to date.\n\nSystems You'll Use:\nGoogle Enterprise\nPaycom & ADP\nERP (Visual)\nPay Transparency:\nWinchester Interconnect Corporation is committed to pay transparency. The pay range for this position is $120,000 - $140,000 per year, plus incentive compensation. Exact salary will be contingent upon your experience, education, skills, and any other factors Winchester Interconnect Corporation considers relevant to the hiring decision.\nFor a sneak peek into some of our benefits and to learn more about our career opportunities, click here https://www.winconn.com/jobs/.\nEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. 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We foster a dynamic, inclusive environment that thrives on collaboration and continuous growth. We hire exceptional people, celebrate wins, empower employee growth, and provide opportunities to thrive. Winchester is where potential transforms into purpose, and every team member plays a vital role in shaping our shared success.\nPosition Summary:\nThe Engineering and Process Manager – RF & Microwave is a hands-on technical leader responsible for driving engineering excellence across coax cable assemblies, RF/microwave connectors, and custom interconnect solutions. Based at our Santa Rosa, CA facility, you will support multidisciplinary engineering requirements in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment serving the fast-paced Aerospace, Defense, and Telecommunications markets.\nThis role provides overall technical leadership including product, process engineering, manufacturing, test and applications engineering. You will oversee the site's New Product Introduction (NPI), drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM), support customer-facing technical engagements, and provide direct engineering support to manufacturing. Acting as the technical cornerstone of the site, you will collaborate daily with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, Sales and Customer Service to ensure we deliver innovative, high-performance products optimized for manufacturability, reliability, and speed-to-market.\nThis position reports to the Division's Director of Engineering and oversees assembly processes, engineering and application activities while driving continuous improvement in product quality, throughput, and operational efficiency.\nQualifications & Requirements:\nBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent technical discipline.\n5–7 years of progressive engineering experience in an electro-mechanical manufacturing environment, with at least 3 years in engineering leadership or management.\nStrong experience in cable assemblies, RF/microwave connectors, interconnect systems, or wire harness manufacturing.\nExpertise in high-mix, low-volume aerospace/defense environments (AS9100, ISO9001).\nDeep understanding of RF/microwave principles, materials, connector design, soldering/crimp processes, shielding, and high-frequency testing.\nHands-on experience with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and ERP/MRP systems for BOM and routing control.\nStrong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to customers, sales teams, and non-technical stakeholders.\nU.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (ITAR compliance required).\nOur core values - Accountability, Collaboration, and Empowerment (ACE) - are the foundation of how we operate and drive success. You will take ownership of your contributions, collaborate with a team that gets stuff done, and be empowered to innovate and pursue bold initiatives that drive our business forward.\nAre You Our Next ACE?\nTechnical leadership & Engineering Management\nLead, mentor and develop a high-performing manufacturing support team, establishing clear goals, and fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.\nDrive technical strategy, identify new technologies, tools and process improvements to maintain competitive advantage in RF/ Microwave interconnect.\nEstablish, track and communicate key processes and engineering KPIs (NPI on-time delivery, quote turnaround time, ECO cycle time, etc.).\nRF/Microwave & Process Engineering\nServe as the subject matter expert for RF/microwave coax assemblies, precision connectors, cable processes and high frequency performance considerations (VSWR, return loss, shielding effectiveness, insertion less, etc.)\nDevelop and optimize manufacturing processes including cable prep, soldering, crimping, brazing, potting, torquing, and high-frequency testing.\nCreate, review, and maintain all engineering documentation including drawings, specifications, work instructions, BOMs, and routings within the applicable ERP system.\nEnsure adherence to MIL-DTL specifications, IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards, AS9100 requirements, and customer workmanship expectations.\nNew Product Introduction (NPI) & Design for Manufacturability\nLead the technical portion of the NPI process, including design reviews, prototype development, material selection, test strategy, and manufacturability validation.\nDrive DFM/DFX activities to reduce complexity, improve yields, and lower cost.\nPartner with Operations to implement robust processes that support repeatability, quality, and scalability.\nIdentify, research and implement tools and fixtures and equipment for key processes\nCustomer-Facing Applications Engineering\nAct as a technical liaison to customers, providing application support, product recommendations, troubleshooting guidance, and technical presentations.\nSupport Sales with engineering inputs for proposals, including labor estimates, material selections, testing requirements, and cost drivers.\nParticipate in customer meetings, audits, and design reviews; translate customer needs into manufacturable solutions.\nProduction Support & Problem Solving\nProvide real-time technical support to the production floor to minimize downtime and ensure schedule adherence.\nLead Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) activities for internal CARs and external RMAs, implementing permanent, data-driven solutions.\nCollaborate cross-functionally to resolve complex engineering and manufacturing challenges.\nTroubleshoot, analyze and implement corrections to non-conforming tests and inspection of products and processes.\nCompliance & Quality\nEnsure all designs and processes meet applicable industry standards (MIL-DTL, UL) and regulatory requirements (ITAR, REACH, RoHS).\nMaintain configuration control and ensure engineering documentation is accurate and up to date.\n\nSystems You'll Use:\nGoogle Enterprise\nPaycom & ADP\nERP (Visual)\nPay Transparency:\nWinchester Interconnect Corporation is committed to pay transparency. 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