Senior Manufacturing Engineer

The Opportunity:

We are looking for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer with a continuous improvement mindset to support the production team by providing technical leadership, developing new processes, and improving existing ones. In addition, this role will be an integral part of the New Product Introduction (NPI) process to ensure new products are brought into production fully vetted and manufacturable, setting the team up for success.

Our Technology:

Safran Federal Systems provides Resilient Positioning, Navigation and Timing (R-PNT) solutions and custom engineering services to U.S. Government agencies, defense organizations and their contractors. Safran Federal Systems is authorized to work on the full spectrum of U.S. Government classified and unclassified projects, in addition to supporting strategic partnerships for key defense PNT technologies.

How I will contribute:

• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities from the manufacturing perspective, including participating in Design FMEAs, pilot builds, and process validation.
• Develop, validate, and implement improvements to existing products and manufacturing processes while supporting adherence to established manufacturing standards.
• Create and maintain Process Flow Diagrams and other manufacturing documentation to support production and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in the Engineering Change Order (ECO) process by providing manufacturing input and supporting implementation of approved design changes.
• Research, develop, and implement manufacturing methods, tools, and process improvements to increase operational capability and efficiency.
• Apply manufacturing principles to improve quality, productivity, and manufacturing performance.
• Collect and analyze manufacturing data to identify trends, support process improvements, and improve key process indicators (KPIs).
• Support NPI activities by ensuring manufacturing documentation, assembly processes, test methods, tooling, equipment, and training requirements are prepared for production readiness.
• Participate in design reviews, providing Design for Manufacturability feedback and identifying opportunities to improve manufacturability and quality.
• Provide technical input for manufacturing equipment, tooling, fixtures, and software required to support production.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing process documentation including work instructions, process details, test procedures, and inspection checklists.
• Assist in developing and maintaining Process FMEAs to establish robust manufacturing processes and define in-process inspection and testing requirements.
• Analyze manufacturing workflows, equipment utilization, and facility layouts to improve efficiency for new and existing product lines.
• Support preventive maintenance programs for assembly tools, fixtures, and test equipment to ensure reliable manufacturing operations.
• Mentor junior engineers and manufacturing personnel by sharing technical knowledge and best practices while supporting cross-functional project teams.

What you bring to the role:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field is required
• 4+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment or relevant field is required.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate technical information across all levels of the organization.
• Solid knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles, continuous improvement methodologies, and process optimization.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to identifying and solving manufacturing challenges.
• Systematic problem-solving skills with experience using Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) methodologies and implementing sustainable solutions.
• Mechanical aptitude with working knowledge to support troubleshooting of product designs, tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing equipment.
• Demonstrated experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI), process development, and manufacturing improvement initiatives.
• Experience developing manufacturing documentation such as Process FMEAs, work instructions, process flows, and standard work.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new products, manufacturing processes, and business systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to be flexible and have fun!
• Plus: Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt
• Plus: Prior experience working with Aerospace, Defense, and Government customers.
• Position is based in the U.S., with minimal travel (up to 10%)

About Safran Federal Systems

Safran Federal Systems has been awarded as a Winner of the USA Today and Rochester Metro Area Top Workplaces 2026 Award.

In 2022, Safran acquired Orolia, now Safran Trusted 4D, the world leader in Resilient PNT. At the intersection of critical infrastructure and national defense, Safran Trusted 4D solutions govern and protect the integrity of systems that shape the world. In early 2019, Orolia Defense & Security spun off as a separate entity from its parent company Orolia, with the mission of providing resilient Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT) solutions and custom engineering services to U.S. Government agencies, U.S. Defense organizations, and their contractors.

In August 2019, Safran Federal Systems acquired Talen-X, a U.S. company specializing in advanced GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) Simulation solutions and Interference, Detection, and Mitigation (IDM) technologies. Talen-X's portfolio was an ideal fit and has helped to enhance Safran FS's overall offerings. The acquisition enabled Talen-X's existing resources, operations, and capabilities to be scaled and accelerated to better support the warfighter. Read the press release here.

Safran Federal Systems operates as a proxy-regulated company, Free of Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI). As such, Safran FS Defense & Security is approved to work on the full spectrum of U.S. Government classified and unclassified projects and is positioned to support strategic partnerships in the development of key PNT technologies for the defense market.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Please note this description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.