Manufacturing Engineer

Job Summary General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS’ expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.

Under general supervision, this position supports the manufacturing production process with focus on the design, development, and implementation of new or revised production processes for the efficient and economical fabrication of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies. This position supports the machine shop specifically.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for providing Manufacturing Engineering support to GA EMS programs/projects, such as missile defense systems, lasers, advanced sensors, and advanced technology development. Expected to develop innovative but practical solutions to advanced technical problems in manufacturing engineering and to design engineers to enhance manufacturability.
• Support the planning, scheduling, and execution of manufacturing activities required for the machining and integration of components into complex systems.
• Receive and route Non-Conformance Reports for disposition.
• Create and maintain manufacturing bills of material, manufacturing work instructions, and routers.
• Provide input to material masters to flow down requirements. Track material procurements to support manufacturing activities.
• Develops, implements, and maintains methods, operation sequence and processes in the manufacture or fabrication of parts, components, sub- assemblies, and final assemblies.
• Conducts tests throughout all stages of production to determine control over applicable variables and troubleshooting and resolving manufacturing problems of moderate scope and complexity as they relate to CNC machining.
• Designs the sequence of production operations, specifying procedures for the fabrication of applicable tools and equipment, and adapting machinery.
• Collaborates with product design engineering on technical specifications that will best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.
• Estimates manufacturing costs and determines time standards.
• Ensures that production processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations.
• Maintains records and reporting systems for coordination of manufacturing operations.
• Develops appropriate documentation of findings and implemented solutions and communicates results to staff.
• Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

• Typically requires a bachelors in engineering or a related technical filed as well as two or more years of manufacturing engineering experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Must have a detailed understanding of CNC machining and how to troubleshoot problems when they occur.
• Must understand work holding as well as material movement while machining complex aerospace structures.
• Must have a good understanding of GD&T.
• Must have a general understanding of manufacturing engineering concepts, principles, and theory with technical experience demonstrating the application of those concepts while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with modeling and drafting using Solidworks is desired.
• Must be able to effectively use MS Office, specifically Excel and Project applications, to execute and track work activities. MS Teams experience is desirable.
• Experience working with SAP and Windchill applications is desirable.
• Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment and organize work assignments to meet established timetables.
• Good communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required, as well as the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to work extended hours as required.