Machine Shop Manufacturing Engineer: Innovate Production

General Atomics; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems with applications across defense, space, and commercial sectors, based in the San Diego area.

Under general supervision, the role supports the machine shop manufacturing production process, focusing on design, development and implementation of new or revised production processes for efficient fabrication.

Qualifications

• Must have a bachelor's in engineering or a related technical field and 2+ years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• General understanding of manufacturing engineering concepts, principles and theory with ability to apply them safely and in regulatory compliance.
• Ability to quickly understand new concepts and organize work to meet timetables.
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills; able to work independently or in a team.
• General understanding of CNC machining and scheduling for a machine shop, including 3-Axis, 5-Axis, Mills, Lathes, Wire EDMs, Water Jet and manual machines.
• Ability to read engineering blueprints and diagrams; knowledge of MIL-Standards; GD&T; DFM knowledge.
• Knowledge of inspection equipment, including hand tools and CMM/Laser.
• Hands-on experience is a plus; willingness to travel and obtain DoD clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and maintains methods, operation sequences, and processes for fabrication of parts and assemblies.
• Conducts tests to control variables and troubleshoot manufacturing problems.
• Designs production operation sequences and specifies procedures for tooling and equipment.
• Collaborates with design engineering on specifications to optimize equipment and manufacturing techniques.
• Estimates manufacturing costs and determines time standards.
• Ensures processes comply with regulations and maintains records for coordination of manufacturing operations.
• Documents findings and communicates results to staff; maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Performs other duties as assigned and works safely per procedures and practices.
• Must observe laws and legal obligations in all business activities and travel as required.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T

DFM understanding

Inspection equipment

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

CNC machining

Mills/Lathes

CMM/Laser

Water Jet

Job description

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems with applications across defense, space, and commercial sectors, based in the San Diego area.

Under general supervision, the role supports the machine shop manufacturing production process, focusing on design, development and implementation of new or revised production processes for efficient fabrication.