Manufacturing Engineer, Barracuda
Core
Execute complex electromechanical assemblies for autonomous air vehicles (AAVs) and support high-rate manufacturing processes at a defense manufacturing facility.
Role type
Manufacturing Engineer (hands-on IC)
Builds
Barracuda autonomous air vehicles (AAVs) and sub-assemblies
Domain
Defense / Aerospace manufacturing
Required skills
electromechanical assembly, GD&T, DFM, Lean manufacturing (5S), production data analysis, MES data entry, root cause analysis (5-Why)
Preferred skills
harness fabrication, SMT processes, statistical process control (SPC), ERP/MES systems (SAP/Oracle), autonomous flight vehicle experience
Technologies
MES, ERP (SAP, Oracle), GD&T tools
Responsibilities
Execute mechanical assembly, harness routing, avionics installation, and functional testing; maintain build documentation and process specifications; monitor production metrics (takt time, yield, defect rates); support line optimization and technology transfer; engage with operations and engineering teams.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC