Manufacturing Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Manufacturing Engineer to support Department of Defense (DoD) aviation programs in a build-to-print manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will serve as the technical liaison between engineering, production, and quality teams while ensuring compliance with military specifications and contract requirements.

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing and reviewing procedures and equipment involved in the manufacturing process.

Defines, analyzes and applies techniques involving the entire scope of the manufacturing engineering function
• Defines, analyzes and solves problems across the entire spectrum of the manufacturing process
• Responsible for the manufacturing processes including development of total integrated manufacturing systems
• Prepares and coordinates entire manufacturing engineering plans for introduction of a product into production
• Provides technical/engineering advice to other manufacturing personnel
• Answer technical questions from production personnel, quality assurance, and cross-functional teams regarding electrical assemblies, components, and manufacturing processes
• Read, interpret, and analyze complex electrical engineering drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and military specifications (MIL-SPECs)
• Update and revise engineering drawings in CAD software to reflect approved changes, redlines, and as-built configurations
• Review build-to-print documentation and suggest practical manufacturing improvements while maintaining design intent and compliance with DoD requirements
• Evaluate, document, and process requests for variance from engineering drawings and specifications; coordinate with engineering and customer representatives for approval
• Aide in the develop and optimize electrical assembly processes, work instructions, and manufacturing procedures for aviation electrical systems
• Ensure all manufacturing activities comply with AS9100, MIL-STD requirements, and customer specifications
• Investigate and resolve manufacturing discrepancies, non-conformances, and technical issues on the production floor
• Maintain accurate records of engineering changes, variances, and manufacturing process documentation

Education:

• BS degree in electrical, electronics engineering technology, or related required
• MS degree desired

Experience:

• Six years required at BS level OR four years required at MS level preferably in defense industry, aerospace/aviation and manufacturing
• Experience should include basic manufacturing planning, understanding of military specifications and certifications, raw material selection engineering change process, design modification, use of CASD/CAM systems and manufacturing process development.
• Two years of experience in aviation desired.
• Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering drawings
• Working knowledge of MIL-SPECs, military standards, and DoD contractual requirements
• Experience with build-to-print manufacturing environments
• Understanding of IPC standards (IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620)
• Knowledge of cable and harness testing methods including continuity, hi-pot, insulation resistance, and functional testing
• Proficiency with engineering change and variance processes

Preferred Qualifications

• AS9100 quality management system experience
• Experience with avionics, wire harness assemblies, or electrical control systems
• Experience utilizing Costpoint and DMS