Manufacturing and Production Engineer

10+ yrs of Engineering, Operations, and/or Program Management experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally from aerospace, automotive, or comparable industry. Experience with New Product Launch (NPI) initiatives is a plus. Demonstrated experience in the areas of Quality/Assurance, Producibility, Affordability, and Lean Manufacturing. Proficiency in quality control methodologies (AS9100/9102), Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA), and risk management frameworks, ideally in a manufacturing environment within aerospace, automotive, or comparable industry. With demonstrated knowledge defense acquisition or federal programs. Capable of communicating to various levels of the organization, and an ability to distill large amounts of manufacturing/quality data into digestible formats for a broad audience. Must be collaborative and capable of developing and maintaining good working relationships with both prime/sub-tier contactors and government partners. This should include the ability to have direct and candid conversations, focused on fostering partnerships that facilitate mission success. Must be comfortable operating in a fast-paced manufacturing/production with ability to manage competing priorities in a high-stakes environment with strict deadlines. Ability to support intermittent travel to subcontractor locations as needed to support mission achievement Active Top-Secret clearance with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI). Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, or related field. Equivalent military or professional experience may be considered. Familiarity with Manufacturing Resource Programs (MRP), operational aircraft maintenance, manufacturing, logistics elements, or integrated quality management systems is desirable. Preferred certifications include Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Quality Manager (CQM/OE), Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, or ASQ-certified inspector credentials. #J-18808-Ljbffr