Manufacturing Engineer
Core
Building and scaling in-house manufacturing capabilities for novel technologies and new product prototypes within the US National Security Ecosystem.
Role type
Manufacturing Engineer (Production & Process Development)
Builds
New production lines, prototypes, and fieldable manufacturing systems for defense/security clients.
Domain
Defense / National Security / Advanced Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> infrastructure (production lines, tooling, processes)
Required skills
SolidWorks, 3DEXPERIENCE (3DX), Lean manufacturing, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Quality Management Systems (ISO9001), GD&T (ASME Y14.5), PFMEA, ERP/MRP systems, sheet metal fabrication, CNC machining, welding, injection molding, equipment sourcing, vendor management, assembly jig design, tolerance stack-up analysis.
Preferred skills
Experience with NPI gates, PPAP, ECN/ECO processes, contract manufacturing coordination, travel for site visits.
Technologies
SolidWorks, 3DEXPERIENCE (3DX), ERP/MRP systems
Responsibilities
Scale manufacturing processes from R&D prototypes to high volume; interface with design engineers for DfM/DfA; create and improve manufacturing processes and documentation; implement process improvements for yield and quality; perform root cause analysis and corrective actions; source and qualify vendors for equipment and services; coordinate with contract manufacturing partners for production ramp-up.
Seniority
Mid-level IC (Bachelor's degree required, proven ability to coordinate priorities)