Job Description

The Manufacturing Engineer will demonstrate ownership in the manufacturing support of Tactical RF aperture and electronic products in a high mix / low volume aerospace environment, supporting our mission to help the warfighter on advanced technology platforms.

What You'll Do:

• Ensure the manufacturing producibility of aerospace hardware, by guiding the program manufacturing team in the development and implementation of improvements in methods, tooling, and procedures to meet contract/schedule/quality requirements.
• Provide daily hands-on hardware manufacturing support.
• Support the execution of manufacturing build plans that meet program schedule milestones.
• Lead in the creation and analysis of statistical data to identify trends in hardware anomalies to identify actionable trends and improvement opportunities.
• Assume ownership for the proper and timely disposition of program hardware anomalies.
• Actively support and participate in the applications of LEAN Manufacturing/Six Sigma principals and projects including 6S efforts.
• Participate in the creation and implementation of necessary process and program metrics to understand the health of assigned programs while providing a baseline for continuous improvement.
• Work independently or in a team environment to resolve program issues using data-based root cause analysis; diligently apply effective corrective actions.
• Demonstrate the ability to organize information, job tasks, and manage time for most efficient and "best value" performance. Establish personal objectives; sets expectations of self that are aligned with organizational and departmental HOSHIN goals.
• Review drawings, procedures, and engineering orders for completeness. Implement engineering changes and incorporate corrective action.
• Lead in the development, maintenance and enforcement of effective and efficient manufacturing build instructions that meet program, customer, and government compliance requirements.
• Maintain and control hardware tooling in accordance with quality business system requirements.
• Contribute to and / or present technical data in support of technical exchange meetings, manufacturing / test readiness reviews, and program status reviews with program managers and customers.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including Design Engineering, M&P Engineering, Test Engineering, Quality Assurance, Supply Chain Management, process labs and outside suppliers. Maintain excellent rapport with internal/external customers.
• Understand and competently use in-house business systems including Product Data Management, Manufacturing Execution System, MRP, manufacturing shop floor control, and internal status reporting.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.
• May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.
• May access other facilities in various weather conditions.

Required Skills and Education

• Bachelor's degree in a related field plus 2 or more years related experience.
• Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• A current, active Secret security clearance is required.
• Manufacturing, materials or operations experience in a business environment.

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Preferred Skills and Education

• Experience with Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
• Experience with RF Technology and Aerospace Requirements.
• Experience designing scalable manufacturing processes.

Benefits Information

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Multiple positions may be available on this opening.