Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Senior Manufacturing EngineerDo you enjoy collaborating with others to create innovative products and services? As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you'll function as the technical lead and lead the practical application of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) on key company projects. You'll be responsible for designing and developing complex tooling and robust manufacturing processes, ensuring that our most important products are built efficiently and reliably. You will also mentor other engineers in best practices.The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains – air, land, sea, space and cyber.Responsibilities:Function as the Technical Lead for implementation of DFM/DFA principles on critical new product introduction (NPI) programs to ensure designs are optimized for production.Collaborate with design, quality, and production teams to ensure manufacturability and quality standards.Architect the process flow and workstation layout for new production lines, ensuring optimal efficiency and ergonomics.Design, develop, and validate sophisticated production tooling and fixtures.Conduct in-depth root cause analysis and implement robust corrective actions.Mentor and coach junior engineers on best practices and technical skills.Drive and lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.Qualifications You Must Have:Bachelor's degree in an Engineering Discipline.10+ years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering.Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.Demonstrated expertise in leading DFM/DFA workshops for complex systems.Proven experience managing the manufacturing engineering deliverables for a complete product lifecycle, from concept to production ramp.Expert proficiency with computer-aided design (CAD) software and process documentation.Extensive leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.Advanced knowledge of engineering principles and practices.Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams.Qualification We Prefer:Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma Master Black Belt certification.Experience with digital manufacturing and Industry 4.0 technologies.Extensive background in Aerospace and Defense industry.Capability to apply and interpret Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5.Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry.Knowledge of industry standard design principles, to include, but not limited to, parametric design, model-based definition, material hardware selection, manufacturing and production processes.Familiarity with work instruction/traveler development.Participation in dispositions of Non-Conformance generation through a Material Review Board (MRB).Experience with new product introduction and transition to production.Exposure to Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) systems.Essential Functions:Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.Ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally.Ability to work in a hybrid environment with occasional travel.This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.IMPORTANT NOTICE: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We're known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation's most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.