Engineer - Mfg

Who we are:BLADE is the leader in industry-leading production of state-of-the-art, fully integrated deployable solutions such as shelters, generators, environmental control units, air filtration devices and other engineered solutions primarily for the defense industry.What We Offer:Health benefits, including telehealth medical services, Dental & VisionLife, AD&D & Disability (paid for by the company)401K with a company matchEssential Duties:Responsible to develop and implement optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. Recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods and controls. Coordinates the manufacturing launch for new or revised products.Oversees the analysis and design of lean manufacturing cells using effective systems and tools to optimize use of space, equipment, material and personnelPrepares and maintains detailed layouts of processes and related equipmentCoordinates the manufacturing launch of new/revised products including establishing goals, training team members and evaluating resultsConfers with management, engineering and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processesDevelops work aids and/or documentation for products in order to train assembly personnelConfers with supply chain and engineering staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods and quality resultsDesigns, develops, tests, sources and cost-justifies various tools, machinery and equipment for recommended manufacturing methodsConfers with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of machinery and equipment according to specifications and quality standardsApplies statistical methods and performs product/process analysis for cost reduction, quality improvement, and improved efficiencyRepresents manufacturing and/or engineering on cross-functional teamsSupports, communicates, reinforces and defends the mission, values and culture of the organizationAdheres to all quality and safety standardsSupports other projects and performs duties as assignedAvailable for travel as requiredEducation/Experience/Other Skills & Abilities:Bachelor degree in Engineering Experience in Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing techniques requiredExperience with AutoCAD, Solidworks, or similar programs; CNC programming experience desiredStrong knowledge in written product specificationsAbility to organize and manage multiple products through manufacturing processPossesses strong analytical and problem solving skillsPossesses quality orientation and high attention to detailPossesses strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with customers, vendors, employees and managers at all levels within the companyPossesses strong computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in standard business software packages (e.g., Microsoft Office)Experience in ERP systems, SAP desiredDisclaimer: This job description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for this role.This position requires access to or use of export-controlled technical data or technology controlled by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Accordingly, applicants must be U.S. Persons or must be eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce. A U.S. Person is defined as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, or a person who is a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C. 1324(b)(a)(3).Job SummaryRequisition Number: ENGIN001911Job Category: EngineeringSchedule: Full-Time