Engineering-Manufacturing Liaison: Drive Critical Program Schedules

General Atomics; Acton (MA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) in Acton, MA seeks an Engineering Manufacturing Liaison to bridge engineering and manufacturing, monitor program progress, and expeditize critical path components to maintain schedule.

The role involves analyzing specifications, coordinating priorities across departments, and communicating status to management. Travel may be required; candidates should have a technical background with 5+ years in planning and production support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years in planning, coordinating and scheduling production operations.
• Knowledge of production and engineering support principles and concepts.
• Customer-focused with strong analytical, communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel and work extended hours; able to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Leads discussions with critical subcontractors and vendors to meet delivery dates.
• Analyses engineering specifications and drawings across functional areas.
• Visits departments such as manufacturing, quality assurance, planning and purchasing as needed.
• Coordinates manufacturing priorities and informs management of work status and potential issues.
• Resolves priority schedule conflicts; tracks engineering holds and lift orders.
• Conducts periodic program engineering/manufacturing planning meetings.

Skills

Independent analysis

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/planning or related discipline

Job description

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) in Acton, MA seeks an Engineering Manufacturing Liaison to bridge engineering and manufacturing, monitor program progress, and expeditize critical path components to maintain schedule.

The role involves analyzing specifications, coordinating priorities across departments, and communicating status to management. Travel may be required; candidates should have a technical background with 5+ years in planning and production support.