Eng Sr - Mfg

Job Description

Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics:
From saving emissions in the City of Lights, to powering the Mars Rover, to protecting the F-35 fighter jet; at BAE Electronic Systems, you'll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry's most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future, and you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first - exemplified by our missions: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us®" and "We Innovate For Those Who Move The World TM". Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with us.

Our BAE Systems team in Fort Wayne is searching for a highly motivated and experienced Manufacturing Engineer candidate to support the Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) team. The core purpose of the CCA Manufacturing Engineer position is to leverage technical experience to develop all required manufacturing processes and procedures for complex aerospace engines, flight and airframe electronic CCA's. This effort will also require teaming with colleagues to achieve required design, quality, cost and delivery expectations.
The successful candidate will work as part of a cross-functional team to provide technical support and feedback as they relate to product manufacturability for Circuit Card Assemblies.
In addition, the successful candidate will also need to:

• Provide technical support to establish manufacturing methods to improve process flow
• Support investigations to determine root cause of defects
• Ensure readiness for new programs transitioning from Development into full Production
• Review/approve changes to production methods due to design changes
• Resolve engineering configuration / hardware issues
• Analyze data to identify changes in process methods and product design
• Identify technical solutions to address quality issues
• Support failure analysis through collaboration with colleagues
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement through consistent application of Lean and Continuous Improvement methodologies
• Drive KPI (Key Process Indicators) improvements revolving around Safety, Quality, Efficiency, Utilization and execution of customer demand at the department level
• Able to manage multiple projects, multiple deadlines, assuring schedules are defined and met, to prioritize work appropriately to meet commitments
• Understand cost impact of process challenges and provide root cause and corrective actions

At our BAE Fort Wayne South site, we specialize in the commercial manufacturing of Aircraft and Engine Controls/Systems. This includes manufacturing of Circuit Card Assemblies and Unit Integration. We are expanding our facility to integrate US defense into our production teams, which will continue to grow our business model. We take great pride in our products and in our community. Please use the following link to learn more about our Fort Wayne Community:

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems PLC, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions, and customer support services. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Required Skills and Education

• Degree in Engineering with experience in electronic manufacturing and processes
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Understanding of engineering drawings and technical requirements
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office

Preferred Skills and Education

• Bachelor's Degree and equivalent experience in manufacturing, industrial, systems, engineering, or other relevant discipline
• Lean Manufacturing Certificate
• Working knowledge of Statistical Analysis including SPC, CpK, MSA, DOE
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
• Full understanding of electronics manufacturing processes
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills