Sierra Nevada Corporation

Manufacturing Engineer II

Sierra Nevada Corporation • $80K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Aerospace, or related)
  • 4+ years in manufacturing or process engineering; higher degree may substitute
  • Proficiency with CAD software and process documentation
  • Solid understanding of engineering principles
  • Familiarity with multi-disciplinary teams and aerospace industry
  • Experience with wiring routing tools like Capital/Zuken E3
  • Ability to read engineering drawings and obtain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance

Responsibilities

  • Create and maintain detailed process documentation and work instructions
  • Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for products
  • Collaborate with design and quality teams for manufacturability
  • Design and implement production tooling and fixtures
  • Conduct root cause analysis and corrective actions for issues
  • Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma for continuous improvement
  • Optimize production flow, workstation layout, and material handling

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
  • Life insurance coverage
  • 3 weeks paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement and additional perks
Full Job Description
Do you enjoy collaborating with others to create innovative products and services? As a Manufacturing Engineer II, you will take an active role in shaping the manufacturability of our products. You will apply your expertise in Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA), tooling design, and process engineering to develop and optimize manufacturing systems, ensuring products are designed for efficient, high-quality production from the start.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Responsibilities:

  • Create and maintain detailed work instructions and process documentation.
  • Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for new and existing products.
  • Collaborate with design and quality teams to ensure product designs are manufacturable and meet quality standards.
  • Design and implement production tooling and fixtures.
  • Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for manufacturing issues.
  • Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to drive continuous improvement projects.
  • Develop and optimize manufacturing processes, including production flow, workstation layout, and material handling.

Qualifications You Must Have:

  • Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering Discipline. 
  • 4+ years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering.
  • Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience
  • Proficiency with computer-aided design (CAD) software and process documentation.
  • Knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
  • Familiarity working in multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Experience with computer based design and harness/wire routing tools like Capital/Zuken E3
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams 
  • Capable of working in multi-disciplinary teams
  • Knowledge of and Background in Aerospace industry and standards
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance


Qualifications We Prefer:

  • Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma certification.
  • Experience with advanced manufacturing technologies (e.g., 3D printing, CNC machining).
  • Background in Aerospace and Defense industry.
  • Familiarity in applying and interpreting Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5.
  • Knowledge industry standard design principles, to include, but not limited to, parametric design, model-based definition, material hardware selection, manufacturing and production processes.
  • Participation in dispositions of Non-Conformance generation through a Material Review Board (MRB).
  • Experience with new product introduction and transition to production.
  • Exposure to Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) systems.
  • Familiarity in applying and interpreting EWIS standards in aircraft manufacturing and certifications
  • Knowledge of industry standard design principles, to include, but not limited to parametric design, model-based definition, material hardware selection, manufacturing processes
  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline, and typically 6 or more years of relevant experience 
  • Exposure to Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) systems
  • Ability to understand and create Process Development and Documentation
  • Comprehensive understanding of Engineering Drawings, EBOM & MBOM, Build/Routing Sequence, Process Flow and Producibility checks
  • Familiarity in applying and interpreting EWIS standards in aircraft manufacturing and certifications
  • Working experience with activities in the Defense Industry

Essential Functions:

  • Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.
  • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally.
  • Ability to work in a hybrid environment with occasional travel.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

About Sierra Nevada Corporation

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is an American privately held electronic systems provider and systems integrator specializing in microsatellites, telemedicine, and commercial orbital transportation services. The company was founded in 1963 and is headquartered in Sparks, Nevada. SNC has a workforce of over 4,000 employees and operates in 33 locations in 19 U.S. states, United Kingdom, Germany, Turkey, and Australia. The company's products and services include spacecraft, aircraft, electronics, and cyber security. SNC is committed to providing innovative solutions that help customers achieve their goals.
Learn more about Sierra Nevada Corporation
Size
4,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1980

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