General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

Manufacturing Project Engineer

Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field; equivalent experience may substitute education.
  • 2+ years of manufacturing engineering experience.
  • Exposure to welding, fabrication, and machining is preferred.
  • Degree in mechanical, electrical, aerospace manufacturing, or industrial engineering is a plus.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing and engineering principles with a focus on safety compliance.
  • Effective communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to obtain DoD Secret Clearance; travel required.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain manufacturing methods and processes for production.
  • Analyze and resolve engineering-related manufacturing problems.
  • Design production operation sequences and adapt necessary machinery.
  • Collaborate with product design engineering on technical specifications.
  • Investigate and justify non-conformances in products and specifications.
  • Estimate manufacturing costs and set time standards for operations.
  • Ensure compliance with regulations throughout production processes.

Benefits

  • 9X80 work schedule with every other Friday off to enhance work-life balance.
  • Opportunity to work on diverse engineering challenges in a collaborative environment.
  • Exposure to various manufacturing technologies and techniques.
  • Possibility for career advancement in a supportive company culture.
  • Engagement in meaningful projects that impact product quality and efficiency.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

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.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:
  • Develops, implements, and maintains methods, operation sequence and processes in the manufacture or fabrication of parts, components, sub- assemblies, and final assemblies.
  • Applies technical knowledge to analyze, investigate and resolve manufacturing and engineering related problems.
  • 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.
  • Investigates, dispositions and justifies product, drawing, and specification non conformances.
  • 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.
  • Performs supplier audit and oversight as necessary to ensure conforming product being delivered.
  • Communicates technical responses to supply base questions during proposal efforts, manufacturing efforts and post manufacturing efforts.
  • Supports on-site supplier kick off meetings to discuss manufacturing plan, schedule and supplier deliverables.
  • Assist with development, status and needs of the project plan to the Control Account Manager.
  • 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.

Job Qualifications

  • Typically requires a bachelors in engineering or a related technical field as well as two or more years of manufacturing engineering experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
  • The ideal candidate has exposure to welding, fabrication and machining.
  • Degree in mechanical, electrical, aerospace manufacturing or industrial engineering is desired.
  • Must have a solid understanding of manufacturing and engineering concepts, principles, and theory with technical experience demonstrating the application of those concepts while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
  • 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.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Secret Clearance is desired.
  • Travel as required, operations work a 9X80 schedule with every other Friday off.

About General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a leading designer and manufacturer of remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) systems, radars, and electro-optic and related mission systems, including the Predator® RPA series and the Lynx® Multi-mode Radar. GA-ASI provides long-endurance, mission-capable aircraft with integrated sensor and data link systems required to deliver persistent situational awareness and rapid strike capabilities. The company is headquartered in Poway, California, and has additional offices and facilities around the world.
Learn more about General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc
Size
14,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1955

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