Energetics Manufacturing Engineer II – DFM/NPI

Cartridge Actuated Devices

Fairfield Township (NJ)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 105,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Cartridge Actuated Devices is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer II specializing in Energetics and CAD/PAD to join our Fairfield, NJ and Byram, NJ operations. This on-site role focuses on planning and optimizing manufacturing processes for energetic hardware and precision components, driving DFM transitions, and enabling robust production handoffs from R&D.

You will lead tooling design, develop work instructions, resolve MRB issues, and implement PFMEA and SPC within AS9100/ISO 9001 quality

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering (manufacturing/industrial/mechanical or materials science).
3–5+ years in production, manufacturing, or process engineering in high-reliability environments (aerospace/defense).
Ability to read ASME Y14.5 GD&T drawings.
Experience designing assembly jigs/fixtures or inspection tooling (3D CAD).
Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems for routings, BOMs, and engineering change implementation.
U.S. Person (citizen or permanent resident) to satisfy ITAR/EAR requirements; able to obtain ATF Employee Possessor status.

Responsibilities

Manufacturing process planning, routing, MBOMs, SOPs, and work instructions.
Tooling and fixture engineering for assembly tooling and inspection gauges.
Lead NPI and DFM/ DFA handoffs from R&D to production.
MRB and CAPA management for non-conforming hardware.
PFMEA and SPC implementation to minimize variance and risks.
Provide floor support to machinists and technicians; resolve bottlenecks.
Ensure compliance with AS9100/ISO 9001, NIST SP 800-171/CMMC, and ATF regulations.