Manufacturing Engineering Director

MACOM (NASDAQ: MTSI) is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced semiconductor products across a diverse range of end markets, including Data Centers, Telecommunications, Industrial and Aerospace and Defense. We develop innovative, cutting-edge technologies and products across the spectrum of radio frequency (RF), microwave, millimeter wave, photonics and high-speed analog technologies. Our solutions support critical network infrastructure applications like artificial intelligence, high performance computing, satellite communications, radar, unmanned aerial vehicles, medical equipment, test and measurement and advanced wireless networks.

MACOM has more than 75 years of expertise in semiconductor process development, wafer fabrication, circuit design, advanced packaging, systems architecture and applications engineering. We are committed to our customers' success. We partner with customers to help solve their most challenging problems by providing semiconductor solutions that are at the forefront of the highest power, highest frequency and/or highest data rates.

Leading technologies, innovative products and driven employees. Come be a part of MACOM and help advance the next generation of connectivity infrastructure!

Manufacturing Engineering Director

Location: Nashua, NH or Lowell, MA

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Manufacturing Engineering Director to lead a multi-site Manufacturing Engineering organization supporting advanced RF and Microwave semiconductor and microelectronics assembly. This leader will be responsible for driving manufacturing excellence through process optimization, automation, new technology implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The Director will provide leadership for Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, and Equipment Engineering teams, ensuring manufacturing processes are scalable, efficient, and capable of meeting customer quality, delivery, and cost objectives. This role requires a strong combination of technical expertise, operational leadership, and strategic thinking to support a rapidly growing business.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Organizational Development

• Lead and develop Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, and Equipment Engineering teams.
• Build a high-performance engineering organization focused on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Drive technical skill development, succession planning, and talent growth across the engineering organization.
• Establish engineering standards, best practices, and operational discipline.

Manufacturing & Process Excellence

• Own manufacturing process capability, efficiency, productivity, and performance.
• Drive process improvements that enhance quality, throughput, yield, cycle time, and cost competitiveness.
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions for complex manufacturing issues.
• Champion Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Evaluate and implement new manufacturing technologies and process innovations.
• Support factory capacity planning and manufacturing scalability initiatives.
• Ensure engineering resources are aligned with production requirements and customer commitments.
• Provide technical leadership for new product introductions and production transfers.
• Drive world-class quality performance through robust manufacturing processes and controls.
• Support customer audits, technical reviews, and issue resolution activities.
• Ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and industry requirements.
• Participate in strategic customer engagements and operational reviews.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor''s or Master's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive manufacturing engineering leadership experience.
• 5+ years of experience leading engineering managers and cross-functional technical teams.
• Strong background in manufacturing process development, process optimization, and equipment engineering.
• Experience supporting high-volume, high-mix manufacturing environments.
• Proven success driving operational improvement, automation, and capacity expansion initiatives.
• Experience in RF Microwave semiconductor assembly, electronics manufacturing, microelectronics packaging, aerospace, defense, medical, or other high-reliability industries.
• Experience supporting ISO, AS9100, IPC, and other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

EEO:

MACOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. MACOM will not discriminate against any worker or job applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, marital status, or any other category protected under applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation:

MACOM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you have a disability and are in need of a reasonable accommodation with respect to any part of the application process, please call +1-978-656-2500 or email HR_Ops@MACOM.com. Provide your name, phone number and the position title and location in which you are interested, and nature of accommodation needed, and we will get back to you. We also work with current employees who request or need reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of their jobs.

ITAR

Due to ITAR regulations, only candidates who are U.S. Persons (U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted asylum or refugee status) will be considered for this position.

RSU Eligible

This position is eligible to receive restricted stock unit (RSU) awards and cash bonuses, solely at MACOM's discretion, subject to individual and company performance.

Salary Range

The Salary Range for this position is $180,000 - $245,000. Actual salary offered to candidate will depend on several factors, including but not limited to, work location, relevant candidates' experience, education, and specific knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Benefits: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities.