Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer

Job Summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

Under general supervision and with regular review, this position supports the Manufacturing Engineering staff in the analysis, investigation and resolution of engineering problems of moderate scope and complexity. Assignments are normally accompanied by general instructions and suggestions, outlining possible approaches, sources or information, and potential problems to be encountered with work reviewed regularly for soundness of technical judgment, overall adequacy and accuracy. Tasks involve the exercise of independent judgment and discretion about matters of significance. Documents findings and implemented solutions and communicates results to engineering staff. Contacts are primarily internal with infrequent inter-organization or customer contact on routine matters. May provide direction to design or technician staff.


DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for providing Manufacturing Engineering support to the Mechanical Assembly group, primarily for electrical and electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Expected to develop innovative but practical solutions to advanced technical problems in manufacturing engineering and to engineering designs to enhance manufacturability.
• Support the planning, scheduling, and execution of manufacturing activities required for the assembly and integration of components into complex assemblies.
• Review engineering specifications and drawings. Confer across functional areas to provide and obtain technical information. Able to assist design engineers and CAD/CAM/CMM programmers in resolving model changes for manufacturability. Provide redline feedback to engineering to correct or improve drawings and designs.
• Work directly with systems, design, and test engineers to enhance manufacturability, assembly, and integration of components and sub-assemblies starting at initial model/drawing creation and continuing throughout the manufacturing phase.
• Receive and route Non-Conformance Reports for disposition. Route Supplier Disposition Requests to engineering. Disposition Quality Notifications.
• Create and maintain manufacturing bills of material, manufacturing work instructions, and routers.
• Design shop aids to improve manufacturing processes.
• Develop and maintain common manufacturing processes, standards, and documentation.
• Provide input to material master requirements, including make versus buy requirements. Track material procurements to support manufacturing activities.
• Applies technical knowledge to troubleshoot, analyze, investigate, and resolve assigned engineering problems.
• Performs functional testing and troubleshooting of equipment and systems in assigned area by utilizing standard engineering and scientific principles.
• Obtains and analyzes test data.
• May be required to make technical presentations.
• 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.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; four or more years of experience with a bachelors degree or two or more years of experience with a masters degree. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Multi-disciplinary engineering knowledge and experience in mechanical, electrical, electronic systems is required.
• Knowledge of DC brushed/brushless motors, control loop behavior including open and closed loop, h-bridge and 3 phase h-bridge, resolvers, and hall effect sensors desirable.
• Experience with Printed Wiring Assemblies, Printed Circuit Boards, Line Replaceable Units, and electronic troubleshooting desirable.
• Complex cable assembly design & manufacturing and IPC 610/620 certification or experience desirable.
• Lab View experience desirable.
• Must have a general understanding of 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.
• The ability to obtain and maintain DoD Secret clearance required.