Associate Manufacturing Engineer - Manufacturing Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Midland (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of space-based cellular technology. As an Engineer, you'll play a vital role in developing and enhancing manufacturing processes to support innovative product introductions. Your expertise in Six Sigma and manufacturing methods will help ensure quality and efficiency in production. This dynamic position offers the chance to work on groundbreaking projects that aim to revolutionize connectivity globally. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to contribute to a pioneering team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Engineering or 8 years equivalent experience required.
• Proficient in MS Office and CAD/CAM software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve manufacturing methods and processes.
• Assess new product designs for manufacturability and provide recommendations.
• Continuously improve production methods using Six Sigma.

Skills

Six Sigma methodologies

Technical writing

Project management

Communication skills

Manufacturing processes

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

8 years equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office

CAD/CAM software

AutoCAD

ERP/MES/PLM systems

Job description

Job Description

AST SpaceMobile and our global partners are building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network accessible by standard smartphones. Named SpaceMobile, this ultra-powerful network aims to provide connectivity at 4G/5G speeds globally — on land, at sea, and in flight.

Summary:

AST is seeking an Engineer to assist in developing, evaluating, and improving manufacturing methods and processes. The goal is to sustain current product manufacturing and facilitate the introduction of new products.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assess new product concepts and designs for manufacturability; provide assessments and recommendations to R&D/Product Engineering.
• Develop manufacturing methods and processes ensuring safety, quality standards, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery.
• Conduct proof of principle or proof of concept studies.
• Design detailed processes, including layouts, tooling, fixturing, programming, testing, and documentation.
• Continuously improve existing production methods using Six Sigma methodologies, leveraging knowledge of product design, materials, fabrication processes, tooling, equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality standards.
• Provide technical expertise to troubleshoot current production issues.
• Participate or lead safety, Kaizen, and other process improvement initiatives.
• Qualify new or modified products throughout the manufacturing process to completion.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Electronic, Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical Engineering, or 8 years of equivalent experience.
• Experience levels:
• Associate Level: 0-3 years in manufacturing.
• Mid-Level: Minimum 3 years in manufacturing.

Proficient with MS Office, CAD/CAM software.

Understanding of tooling and fixture design, capability studies, and Six Sigma principles.

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; experience in technical writing preferred.

Strong organizational and project management skills.

Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.

US or Permanent Resident Card required.

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience with pFMEA and Lean Manufacturing.
• Experience in liaison or concurrent engineering environments.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar software.
• Experience with ERP/MES/PLM systems such as Solumina, NetSuite, Fusion360.
• Experience supporting operations with robotic equipment.
• Proven process improvements and process design experience, utilizing Six Sigma principles.
• Black Belt Six Sigma (DMAIC) certification preferred.

AST SpaceMobile is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment is based on merit, competence, and qualifications, and not influenced by legally protected statuses.