Manufacturing/Tool Engineer

Responsibilities for this Position

Job Description

Position Description:

- E ntry-level, bargaining-unit-represented Tool Engineer position at General Dynamics Land Systems; Joint Systems Manufacturing Center (JSMC) provides an opportunity for a unique work experience involving the fabrication, machining, and assembly of tracked and wheeled military vehicles.

- Interpret drawings and 3D models for manufacturability with assembly processes

- Develop standard work assignments based on line balancing for varying production rates

- Develop and provide processes and instruction to the production operators

- Concept and detail fixturing and tool aids to support production processes (welding / assembly / machining)

- Understand electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic requirements related to machines and fixturing

- Develop CNC programs for plate processing, 3-axis mills, or 5 axis mills

- Procure needed tooling and equipment to support assembly production processes

- Provide assistance on cost estimating for future programs and tasks

- Provide technical support and training to the manufacturing operations personnel at JSMC

- Implement PSCA and continuous improvement

- Provide technical interface with on-site customer (US Government)

- Involvement in and support of the formalized teaming process

Position Requirements:

- BS Mechanical Engineering / Manufacturing Engineering preferred; BS in related Technical / Engineering fields or Associate Degree in related Technical / Engineering field with releva nt work experience considered.

- Experience with 3D modeling software; experience with Pro-E (Creo) or MasterCam is a plus

- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills

- Personal time man agement skills and organization

- A U.S. Person as defined by ITAR (International Tr afficking of Arms Regulation)

- Successful in completing the pre-employment process including but not limited to medical exam, drug screen, and background check.

- Able to obtain Department of Arm y unescorted facility access.

- Able to work in a team based environment.

- Able to perform problem sol ving and root cause analysis.

- Willing and able to work off-shift, if required.

- Able to travel occasionally and w ork overtime when needed.

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