{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"6043613daf9841ed65b671e4","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/6043613daf9841ed65b671e4","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/6043613daf9841ed65b671e4","title":"Lead Manufacturing Engineer","description":"Lead Manufacturing Engineer- Electronics - Defense- Onsite Position\r\nWe have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Santa Clarita, CA!\r\nAs our Lead Manufacturing Engineer, you will perform various analyses, design and/or assembly related to manufacturing or industrial engineering projects. You will develop, implement, and maintain methods, operation sequence and processes in the manufacture or fabrication of electrical and mechanical parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies for defense applications. You will Interface with design engineering in coordinating the release of new products. You will estimate manufacturing cost, determine time standards, and make recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing product lines. You will also maintain records and reporting systems for coordination of manufacturing operations.\r\nLocation: Santa Clarita, CA-Onsite Position\r\nWe Take Care of Our People\r\nPaid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture\r\nSalary Information: $108,900.00 - $145,200.00 per year plus bonus\r\nPlease note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in California. Criteria such as the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.\r\nYour Challenge\r\n\r\n\r\nInterfaces with design engineering in coordinating the release of new products and conduct reducibility review of engineering drawings prior to release.\r\n\r\n\r\nPerforms various operational or methods analyses related to labor standards and reviews product/project flow data, equipment, and labor requirements for use in conducting manufacturing operations, increasing productivity, and reducing production unit cost.\r\n\r\n\r\nAssists in the evaluation of engineering changes and/or other specifications requirements and performs as technical liaison with other engineering personnel such as program management, finance, design, quality, procurement, inspection, and production.\r\n\r\n\r\nCreate and update manufacturing standard procedures defining specific manufacturing processes.\r\n\r\n\r\nEstablishes Manufacturing process flow.\r\n\r\n\r\nCreate assembly work instructions and rework/repair instructions.\r\n\r\n\r\nCreate technical training material and provide training to production and engineering staff.\r\n\r\n\r\nWhat You Bring\r\n\r\n\r\nBachelor's degree in manufacturing/electrical engineering or equivalent\r\n\r\n\r\nMinimum 8- years' relevant Engineering experience\r\n\r\n\r\nAbility to read and understand drawings, electrical schematics, specification, and MS Office suite or products.\r\n\r\n\r\nKnowledge of electronic and mechanical assembly principles.\r\n\r\n\r\nPreferred is experience in electronics manufacturing.\r\n\r\n\r\nAbility to work with mathematical concepts and apply to practical situations.\r\n\r\n\r\nAbility to solve problems and deal with variables in situations where limited standardization exists.\r\n\r\n\r\nWho We Are\r\nOur Values\r\nEnvironmental, Social and Governance\r\nCurtiss-Wright is recognized around the world as one of the most innovative designers and manufacturers of rugged solutions that deliver optimal and reliable performance wherever they are deployed. When you work for Integrated Systems, you get all the benefits and support of a large corporation (while working in a small company environment. As a member of our team, you'll be applying your creative skills to come up with innovative solutions that drive organizational objectives.\r\nFor more information visit https://www.curtisswrightds.com/company/locations-santa-clarita.html\r\nNo unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.\r\nCompliance Statement\r\nThis position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.\r\nCurtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. 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You will develop, implement, and maintain methods, operation sequence and processes in the manufacture or fabrication of electrical and mechanical parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies for defense applications. You will Interface with design engineering in coordinating the release of new products. You will estimate manufacturing cost, determine time standards, and make recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing product lines. 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When you work for Integrated Systems, you get all the benefits and support of a large corporation (while working in a small company environment. As a member of our team, you'll be applying your creative skills to come up with innovative solutions that drive organizational objectives.\r\nFor more information visit https://www.curtisswrightds.com/company/locations-santa-clarita.html\r\nNo unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.\r\nCompliance Statement\r\nThis position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. 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