Sr. Manufacturing Engineer - Department of Defense (Ref1917R) - Elbit Systems of America

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This position will work on the ROEM 155mm Howitzer program primarily, and help as needed in other areas.

Looking for an engineer with experience in a prototype/low volume environment, with the ability to develop processes and procedures as the project moves forward. This is a new facility, with room to develop these procedures and grow professionally. There will be a strong emphasis on assembly fixture/jig design (lifting jigs, assembly aids, etc.) and test procedures design for the first year.

1. Review and evaluate or develop manufacturing processes to include run-times and bill-of-material, and initiate actions for adaptations or modifications to machinery or equipment for efficient production conditions.
2. Develop manufacturing jigs, tools, fixtures, and methods to meet engineering specifications and provide efficient manufacturing.
3. Establish and coordinate priority of tools, jigs and fixtures for optimum manufacture of devices, components and less complex products.
4. Determine appropriate assembly processes and sequences and ensure adequacy of manufacturing documentation packages.
5. Train operators and technicians on processes and procedures developed by engineering (assembly, test, etc.)
6. Prepare project requests detailing proposed engineering work costs, parts lists, bills of material and product timetable.  Monitor project costs assuring adherence to budget.
7. Support manufacturing and production processes in resolving design and production problems and in transition from development into production operations.
8. Review and evaluate product designs and engineering prototypes and recommend design changes to assure optimum producibility.
9. Provide direction for methods to maximize overall efficiency of assembly operation.
10. Maintain liaison with vendors and/or interfacing departments to provide efficient resolution to producibility problems.
11. Work within ERP system to develop process flows, routing steps, etc.
12. Create work cell layouts, including tooling, work areas, CAD floor layouts, etc.
13. Help instruct and teach entry level manufacturing engineers
14. Work with engineering technicians to help problem solve and complete prototypes
15. Create and/or troubleshoot test procedures
16. Create project schedules and lead integrated project teams on smaller level projects (cost savings projects, prototype schedule, etc.)
17. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship status.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (preferably mechanical, electrical, or systems) and 5+ years related experience to be proficient in the above areas or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Mechanical assembly experience
• Fixture and jig design experience in an assembly environment
• Proficiency in office technologies including Excel, PowerPoint and MS Word.
• Proficiency with continuous process improvement methodologies and tool.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or other 3D modeling software

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Master’s Degree in Engineering, preferably mechanical or electrical, or management focused (i.e. MBA, engineering management, etc.)
• Lean/Six-Sigma green belt certified (or higher)
• Trained in RCCA procedures
• Electrical assembly experience (reading electrical schematics, electrical assembly processes such as soldering, cable manufacturing, etc.)
• Experience with DoD and government contract work

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Elbit Systems of America to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels based solely upon job-related qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetics or citizenship status. 

EEO STATEMENT:

Elbit Systems of America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individual with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.  Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ACCESSIBILITY:

Elbit Systems of America is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.  If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email recruitingfw@elbitsystems-us.com.

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