Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer
Location- Palmdale, CA
Clearance- Secret

This program requires US Citizenship

Works in a collaborative, cross functional environment to design, develop, and implement manufacturing processes for complex assemblies and equipment installations. Drives adoption of advanced technologies-including automation, robotics, and computer aided manufacturing tools-to improve efficiency, reduce cost, and enhance product quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for assembly, machining, electrical build, and equipment installation operations.
• Implement new technologies (automation, robotics, CAM software, digital manufacturing tools) to improve throughput, quality, and cost performance.
• Create and analyze 3D model based definitions to develop digital work instructions and optimize build sequences.
• Define operational procedures using knowledge of materials, tooling, and automated processes to support production excellence.
• Evaluate equipment and tool performance, including IoT enabled devices, to ensure efficiency and reliability; identify root causes and drive corrective actions.
• Use factory data and analytics to develop statistical process control (SPC) methods and continuous improvement strategies.
• Collaborate with product design teams to provide manufacturability input, influence design concepts, and ensure alignment with production capabilities.
• Support cross functional teams including Industrial Engineering, Planning, Scheduling, Quality Assurance, and Production Operations.

Required Experience & Skills

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment with cross functional teams (Industrial Engineering, Planning, Scheduling, QA, Production).
• Hands on experience with manufacturing processes such as assembly, machining, electrical harness fabrication, routing, systems installation, and/or final assembly.
• Demonstrated ability to develop visual work instructions for manufacturing operations.
• Proficiency with Teamcenter and CATIA (or similar PLM/CAD tools).
• Strong understanding of materials, tooling, and automated manufacturing processes.
• Ability to analyze production data and apply SPC, data analytics, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Position Details:

• Pay Rate / Range: $85-$98/hr

The above salary range represents the range expected for the position; however, final salary offers are based on a number of factors such as the position's responsibilities; the candidate's experience, education, and skills; location; travel required; and current market conditions.

• Benefits (Regular, Full Time Employees):
  1. Medical, Dental, and Vision offerings
  2. Weekly Direct Deposit
  3. Paid Holidays and Personal Time Off
  4. 401(k) with match
  5. Voluntary Life and AD&D, Short / Long Term Disability, plus other voluntary coverages
  6. Pre-Paid Legal and Employee Assistance Programs
  7. Northwest Federal Credit Union Membership
  8. BB&T @ Work Program

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