Job Description:

The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for reviewing production schedules, specifications, and orders as well as developing and implementing process improvements. Will act as a link between manufacturing/production and engineering. Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.RESPONSIBILITIESThe Manufacturing Engineer position supports the development, implementation and maintenance of manufacturing methods, techniques, processes, and tooling on fabricated parts, cast, and machined components, subassemblies, and final productsDevelop, maintain, and improve manufacturing processes to ensure cost effective and safe assembly, testing, quality and inspection of productsPerform research, design, and development of manufacturing processes, including, production flow, assembly methods and production equipmentRefine and enhance processes by applying continuous improvement and key Lean manufacturing principles and techniques to areas of productionIdentify opportunities for improving products or reducing costs by implementing or modifying fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment, assembly methods, product design, materials and partsDevelop and complete manufacturing documentation (FMEA, control plan, process flow, work instructions, and inspection plans)Resolve problems and provide guidance to the production teams through the application of technical knowledge, data analytics, research, and acquired expertise. Works with engineering directly on engineering changes and component obsolescence.Participate in design reviews, manufacturing process reviews, supplier quality reviews and audits, first article inspection, failure analysis and other tasks, as assignedREQUIREMENTSBachelor's Degree Required5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment (aerospace/defense highly preferred)Ability to obtain a secret security clearance or already have a clearanceUS Citizenship, per customer requirementsAble to travel at least 5% of timeStrong mechanical aptitude as well as knowledge of electro-mechanical assemblies and schematicsEDUCATIONBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related field requiredPHYSICAL DEMANDSWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand. The employee must frequently lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.