Repair Operations Lead — Process Excellence & Lean in Belfast

As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritising a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.

This role sits at the heart of how we keep our technology performing at its best. Join a highly collaborative team focused on strengthening the effectiveness of our repair operations processes and performance. This is a critical opportunity to identify product repairability improvements, streamline repair workflows, and implement engineered solutions that improve quality, reduce cost, and accelerate cycle time for Ciena’s advanced optical and routing platforms.

• Focus on project management and coordination cross functionally with Repair Operations teams, external partners, and engineering groups to resolve complex repair issues.
• Help manage the end-to-end repair lifecycle for Ciena products.
• Partner closely with Ciena Engineering teams to advance repair enablement, first pass evaluation (FPE) preparation, and continuous process improvements projects in the area of Repairs Operations.
• Lead and manage Material Review Board (MRB) reduction initiatives that enable cost reduction opportunities and reduce lead times.
• Define, manage, and report on key operational metrics while identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Identify and drive continuous improvement initiatives within repair operations, leveraging data analysis and lean methodologies.
• Use data and analytics to surface systemic issues, recommend solutions, and implement corrective action plans.
• Champion engineering driven optimisation across repair processes and materials flow.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Electronics, Industrial), Supply Chain Management, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of experience in product, manufacturing, or process engineering within high-tech, telecom, networking, or complex electronics environments.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects and driving operational improvements.
• Strong understanding of repair processes, logistics, and quality control methodologies.
• Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) tools and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Applied knowledge of Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and serviceability principles.
• Hands-on experience with process optimisation, Lean, Six Sigma, or 8D problem solving.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across global, cross-functional teams.
• Ability to travel occasionally to repair depots, manufacturing sites, or supplier locations as required.

• Master’s degree in a related engineering discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to drive complex engineering projects from concept to execution.
• Knowledge of telecommunications hardware manufacturing or service environments.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Fluency in English and Spanish is required.
• PMP certification or similar project management qualification is a plus.

At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination. Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.