Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Katalyst HealthCares and Life Sciences

$110K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, or similar
  • 8+ years relevant engineering experience, specifically in a regulated industry
  • Strong background in New Product Introduction (NPI)
  • Experience with electromechanical assembly and testing techniques
  • Familiarity with manufacturing ERP/MRP systems like IFS, SAP, or PRISM
  • Solid understanding of aerospace standards and compliance requirements
  • Proficiency in root cause analysis and troubleshooting methods

Responsibilities

  • Generate shop orders, work orders, and manufacturing routers for hoist assembly
  • Develop clear visual assembly instructions and job aids for shop floor
  • Create qualification and rework shop orders following test results
  • Collaborate with Material Review Board to address rework and repair needs
  • Design and implement tooling, assembly aids, and electrical test equipment
  • Provide hands-on support during assembly, testing, and qualification processes
  • Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, performing root cause analysis

Benefits

  • Hands-on experience with cutting-edge manufacturing technologies
  • Opportunity to work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams
  • Involvement in high-stakes projects within the aerospace sector
  • Potential for professional growth in a regulated industry
  • Focus on continuous improvement and innovation in manufacturing practices
Full Job Description
Job Summary
We are seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities for the Pegasus hoist manufacturing and qualification program. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in manufacturing engineering, electromechanical assembly and testing, shop orders/routers, tooling, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis within a regulated industry. The engineer will work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and shop-floor teams to develop manufacturing routers, assembly instructions, qualification and rework shop orders, and provide hands-on technical support during assembly, testing, and qualification. Experience with analog/digital electronics, PCB design and testing, AC/DC and brushless motor controls, ERP/MRP systems, and aerospace standards is highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities
  • Generate shop orders, work orders, and manufacturing routers for NPI hoist assembly and testing.
  • Develop visual assembly instructions, work instructions, and job aids.
  • Create qualification and rework shop orders based on testing results.
  • Work with the Material Review Board (MRB) to address rework, repair, and modification requirements.
  • Design, modify, and implement mechanical tooling, assembly aids, and electrical test equipment.
  • Provide hands-on shop-floor support during assembly, testing, and qualification.
  • Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues and perform root cause analysis.
  • Document technical issues, corrective actions, and solutions.
  • Support product qualification and test rejection disposition.
  • Ensure manufacturing processes comply with applicable safety, quality, regulatory, and certification requirements.
  • Communicate technical issues and project status effectively with engineering and manufacturing teams.

Required Skills
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • NPI / New Product Introduction
  • Aerospace Manufacturing
  • Shop Orders / Manufacturing Routers
  • Electromechanical Assembly & Testing
  • Manufacturing ERP/MRP Systems
  • IFS, SAP, PRISM, or similar systems
  • Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
  • Troubleshooting
  • Tooling & Assembly Aid Design
  • Electrical Test Equipment
  • PCB Design & Circuit Board Testing
  • Analog & Digital Electronics
  • AC/DC Motor Controls
  • Brushless Motor Controls
  • Controls Design, Analysis & Testing
  • EMI/EMC Testing
  • Environmental Testing
  • Aerospace/Regulated Industry Standards
  • DO-254, DO-160, MIL-STD-810
  • Familiarity with ARP4754A / DO-178C is a plus
  • Microsoft Office
  • Strong written and verbal communication
  • Education
  • Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
  • Equivalent education and relevant engineering experience may be considered.
  • 8+ years of relevant engineering experience required.
  • Minimum 8 years of experience in a regulated industry, such as aerospace, medical, oil & gas, or a similar environment.

Experience Level
Senior Level | 8+ Years Relevant Experience

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