Electronics Manufacturing Engineer

Job SummaryThe Manufacturing Engineer performs independent assignments to develop and recommend improvements in the Manufacturing system and in product manufacturability and cost effectiveness.Study, analyze and design methods, procedures, processes, layouts, flow, fixtures and tooling as needed to support production.Investigate, recommend, and implement manufacturing cost reduction and product improvement programs.Identify root cause and corrective actions for manufacturing problems.Participate in customer specification and statement of work reviews.Participate in the review and evaluation of new product designs or design changes.Review and analyze design change requests initiated by manufacturing personnel to determine feasibility, validity, savings, effect on design, and to verify justification for change.Evaluate, test and select facilities, equipment and materials required for production in conjunction with Production Supervisors, Purchasing and other groups.Perform a variety of cost analyses, e.g., cost estimates for quotations or "make or buy" decisions.Develop manufacturing operating instructions.Develop and track manufacturing metrics to monitor the health of processes.Evaluate non-conformances as part of the Material Review BoardDirect work activities of production operators to aid in problem solving.Develop procedures and train assemblers and operators in machine operations, processes or assembly applications.Coordinate with vendors and customers.Identify and prioritize work with limited input from manager.Develop ROI or business case and present to management in the support of capital equipment, new product or process development and productivity improvements.Any other task assigned by supervisor or management.Minimum QualificationsExperience: 3+ years of experience as a Manufacturing EngineerKnowledge: Practical application knowledge of the theories of modern production principles and methods as applied to a high technology electronics design and manufacturing operation; Basic knowledge of material characteristics and processing, chemicals; Basic concepts of electrical systems, mechanical systems, fluids, and heat transferKnowledge of AS9100 required and AS9145 is preferredSkills/Abilities: Able to effectively communicate with employees at all levels of the organization.Education/Certification: BA or BS degree required. Preferred in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Material Science or related field.Eligibility Requirement: This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government. Additionally, as a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants selected could be subject to a Government security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified informationPreferred QualificationsExperience in a regulated manufacturing environment.