Manufacturing Engineer II

Microwave Products Group (MPG) Job OpportunityConnecting and Protecting People, Microwave Products Group (MPG) is a leading global provider of mission-critical engineered electronic components and subsystems comprised of five business units in six manufacturing locations. Our brand names are recognized globally including: BSC Filters, York, UK; Criteria Labs, Austin, TX; Dow-Key Microwave, Ventura, CA; Pole/Zero, West Chester, OH; Espy, Austin, TX; and K&L Microwave, Salisbury, Maryland and Dominican Republic.Our expertise is the design and manufacture of communications-based specialty products – engineered components and subsystems – for demanding military, space, commercial aerospace/industrial, and telecom infrastructure applications where function and reliability are crucial.This position will use technical knowledge and experience to analyze quality, delivery, and productivity data of various electro-mechanical products to determine required actions to improve reliability, lead time, and total cost via tooling design, technical writing, and semi-automated testing. This position will also be called upon to address manufacturability issues with current designs, troubleshoot product failures, evaluate supplier processes, and/or function as a leader for special projects including new work cell design, new product launch, and design verification testing.Typical Responsibilities:Manufacturing Support Provides technical assistance and feedback to manufacturing personnel to ensure customer and quality specifications are met during the production and testing processDefines, develops and maintains standard work documentation and instructions for new and existing productsCoordinates manufacturing activities along with a cross functional group (Engineering, Quality Assurance and Sales Departments) to ensure product specifications are accurately reflected in design drawings and work instructionsDesigns tools and fixtures for product assemblyHelps train assembly personnel in proper use of tools, equipment and assembly techniquesUpdates process procedures and provides training to manufacturing personnel on any process or product performance changes.Identify capital equipment purchases and justify by using ROI analysisSupports and mentors more junior manufacturing team membersContinuous Improvement/Automation Implementation Design and implement engineering and/or process solutions for increased quality, improved throughput and reduced costsDevelopment of automation for assembly or testing phasesApply lean manufacturing techniques to existing manual assembly lines to improve quality and productivityWork with design engineers to transition new product/improvements into assemblies which can effectively be built with minimum variation by assembly personnelSupport continuous improvement initiatives including Kaizen activities and Lean 6Sigma implementationQuality Support Effectively develop and document sustainable process solutions to support corrective and preventive action requests (RCCA) Mentor the team in well-organized problem solving activities.Work with quality assurance staff to support production yield and DPPM improvement and PFMEA analysesParticipate in MRB disposition activities to determine best paths forwardProgram Support Creates necessary deliverables for programs, including Manufacturing Readiness Reviews, and presents it to the manufacturing department and customer personnel as neededSupports new customer programs throughout all phases, from product development through to product deliveryCoordinates manufacturing of outside processing requirements with Supply Chain and Quality Assurance departmentsKnowledge Skills and Abilities:Bachelor's degree preferredManufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering preferred3-5 years of experience developing and implementing manufacturing processes and design solutions in the production of electromechanical components and assembliesRequires excellent written, oral and electronic communication skillsAbility to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints and schematicsStrong organization and planning skillsProficiency in Solid works for creating drawings and developing models for assembly applicationsFamiliarity with common processes in the assembly/processing of electro-mechanical devicesFamiliarity with high FOD awareness and/or Clean Room environment.Experience with ISO or AS quality management systems preferredPhysical Requirements:Able to read documents and computer screenAble to sit/stand for long periods of timeAble to type on a computer keyboardAble to communicate through a telephoneAble to communicate with customers and co-workersAble to lift, push, pull and carry a minimum of 20 lbs.Good manual dexterityAble to work using a stereo microscope for extended periods.Pay Range: USD 100000 - 125000 AnnuallyThis position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position's responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, a candidate's education/training, the position's location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.Benefits: Benefits For This Position Include: A 401(K) Savings Plan With Employer Contributions; Medical, Dental And Vision Insurance; Wellness Programs; Health Savings Account, Health Care And Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; Company Paid Short-Term Disability And Long-Term Disability; Company Paid Employee Basic Life And Ad&D Insurance; Supplemental Employee And Dependent Life Insurance; Optional Accident, Hospital Indemnity And Critical Illness Insurance; Adoption, Surrogacy, And Fertility Benefits And Assistance; Commuter Benefits; Parental, Military, Jury Duty, And Bereavement Leaves Of Absence; Paid Time Off, Including Up To 10 Paid Holidays Per Calendar Year Based Off Schedule, Paid Vacation Days, 40 Paid Sick Leave Hours Annually Or As Provided Under State And Local Paid Sick Leave Laws, Tuition Assistance; Business Travel Services; Employee Discounts; And An Employee Assistance Program That Includes Company Paid Counseling Sessions And Legal Services. 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