Electromechanical Engineer — Prototype Manufacturing & MES Lead

Aquila Technology; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

401K match

Remote work stipend

BYOD reimbursement

Clearance support

Job summary

Aquila Technology is seeking an Electromechanical Engineer to support a premier defense research organization. The role leads manufacturing data packaging and integration of MES-driven processes for prototype hardware across electronics, mechanical, cable, chassis, and electro-mechanical assemblies.

You will translate drawings and BOMs into executable work instructions and manage documentation for rapid-build programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• 2 years experience reviewing engineering drawings and Bills of Materials.
• 2 years experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems.

Responsibilities

• Manufacturing Data Package Development and Manufacturing Support.
• Partner with manufacturing personnel to validate work instructions and ensure clarity and executability.
• Update manufacturing instructions based on build feedback, engineering changes, lessons learned, and process improvements.
• Support rapid-turn prototype builds while maintaining configuration and revision control.
• Engineering and Manufacturing Interface – Collaborate with program engineers and planning team during DFM reviews and readiness activities.
• Quality and Configuration Control – Incorporate inspection requirements and documentation into processes; coordinate dispositions for non-conformances.
• Continuous Improvement – Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing efficiency, clarity, scalability, and standardization.

Skills

Problem solving

Reading drawings

MES experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in STEM

Tools

MES

Job description

Aquila Technology is seeking an Electromechanical Engineer to support a premier defense research organization. The role leads manufacturing data packaging and integration of MES-driven processes for prototype hardware across electronics, mechanical, cable, chassis, and electro-mechanical assemblies.

You will translate drawings and BOMs into executable work instructions and manage documentation for rapid-build programs.