Manufacturing Engineer

Kratos Industries, LLC; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kratos Industries, LLC in Arvada, CO is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to lead BOM validation, kit readiness, and production process definition within their manufacturing operations.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering and 5+ years of experience in manufacturing roles, ensuring that products are buildable and aligned to real assembly conditions.

This position offers a salary range of $95,000.00 – 120,000.00 and works Monday to Friday from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or assembly-focused engineering roles.
• Experience working in industrial equipment or high-precision manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of how to translate engineering designs into executable steps.

Responsibilities

• Lead BOM validation and alignment to ensure build accuracy.
• Develop clear work instructions for manufacturing processes.
• Support resolution of production-related issues on the floor.

Skills

BOM validation

Material flow clarity

Production support

Lean Manufacturing principles

ERP/MRP systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related field

Tools

JobBoss

Job description

Position Overview

Kratos Industries is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to lead BOM validation, kit readiness, and production process definition within our advanced electrical equipment manufacturing operations.

• BOM validation and alignment (Engineering to ERP(JobBoss) to physical build)
• Kit readiness and verification processes
• Production process definition and build sequence
• Work instruction development
• Engineering-to-production integration
• Material and pick list accuracy tied to production sequence
• In-process issue resolution tied to design or BOM gaps

We are specifically seeking a Manufacturing Engineer who has worked directly in production environments, not solely supporting design, but ensuring product is buildable, repeatable, and aligned to real assembly conditions.

Key Responsibilities

BOM Validation & Material Alignment

• Validate BOMs at job release to ensure alignment between engineering models, JobBoss, and physical build requirements
• Identify and resolve alternates, gaps, and inconsistencies prior to kit release
• Partner with Supply Chain and Logistics to ensure pick lists reflect true production needs
• Reduce material-related disruptions during assembly builds

Kit Readiness & Production Start Stability

• Support development and enforcement of formal kit verification processes
• Ensure kits are complete, accurate, and build-ready prior to release
• Drive improvements in clean start performance across all production lines

Production Process Definition

• Define how products are built at the line level, including build sequence and key constraints
• Ensure processes reflect actual production conditions and flow
• Partner with leadership to align process with layout and material presentation
• Develop clear, operator-focused work instructions tied to validated BOMs and actual build flow
• Prioritize critical-to-quality steps and known failure points
• Support transition from tacit knowledge to structured, repeatable processes

Production Support & Issue Resolution

• Act as first-line engineering support for assembly-related issues
• Participate in Tier 2 escalation and drive closure of BOM, material, and process-related problems
• Work directly with technicians and leaders to resolve build issues in real time

Continuous Improvement & Cross-Functional Alignment

• Identify gaps between engineering output and production execution
• Improve BOM structure, material flow clarity, and process definition
• Partner with Industrial Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to improve first-pass yield and reduce rework

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or assembly-focused engineering roles
• Strong understanding of ERP/MRP systems (JobBoss or similar)
• Experience working in industrial equipment, or other high-precision manufacturing environments

1. BOM validation and material alignment
2. Work instruction development
3. Assembly process definition
4. Production support in a manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in high-mix, low-to-mid volume manufacturing environments
• Demonstrated success reducing production disruptions tied to BOM or material issues
• Experience supporting kitting strategies and material readiness processes
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles
• Experience working closely with Assembly, Supply Chain, and Quality teams in a production environment
• Proven ability to improve build quality and consistency through process definition

Ideal Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will be:

• Detail-oriented with strong ownership of accuracy and execution
• Comfortable working on the shop floor daily
• Structured in thinking with strong problem-solving capability
• Able to translate engineering design into clear, executable steps
• Effective at working cross-functionally to resolve issues quickly
• Focused on building processes that enable stable, repeatable production

Why Kratos Industries?

Kratos Industries designs and manufactures advanced electrical equipment solutions serving industrial and infrastructure markets. As we scale operations in Arvada, CO, we are investing in foundational operational discipline to stabilize production, improve flow, and build a high-performing organization.

This role offers direct impact on production performance by ensuring builds start clean, flow predictably, and execute as designed.

Kratos Industries • Arvada, CO

Reports to: Sr. Director of Operations

Pay Range – $95,000.00 – 120,000.00

Hours – M-F 7:30 – 4:30