Manufacturing Engineer

armtecdefensetechnologies; East Camden (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Armtec Defense Technologies in Camden, AR, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer II to support production, R&D, and SPC under the Engineering Manager. You will design parts and assemblies, assure manufacturability, and guide process improvements to ensure product quality and timely delivery.

The role requires a BS in Mechanical Engineering, 2–5 years in energetics manufacturing, DOD experience preferred, and strong communication skills. Occasional off-shift work may be required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates judgment, organization, planning, initiative, flexibility and creativity.
• Strong problem-solving and creative thinking.
• Able to read and write English and perform college-level mathematics.

Responsibilities

• Design parts and assemblies using Pro-Engineer WF4 / Creo.
• Design for manufacturability and assembly to support production.
• Manage documentation to maintain export compliance.
• Communicate with customers to resolve technical issues.
• Conduct failure analysis to determine root causes.
• Oversee testing and qualification of mechanical assemblies.
• Lead implementation activities for new projects into manufacturing.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing processes to prevent issues.
• Evaluate process changes for impact on quality and cost.
• Compile data to identify trends for process improvements.

Skills

Design for manufacturability

Problem solving

Communication skills

Reading/Writing English

Education

BS Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Pro-Engineer WF4/Creo

Job description

Armtec Defense Technologies

Manufacturing Engineer II, Esterline Defense Technologies

Company Profile

Company Name: Armtec Defense Technologies, a subsidiary of TransDigm Corporation

Industry: Aerospace/Defense Products & Services

Number of Employees: 250

Job Overview

Title: Manufacturing Engineer II

Job Family: Engineering

Reports to: Engineering Manager

Works with: Engineers, mid-level Managers and Supervisors.

Location: Camden, AR, USA

Type: Full Time

Job Summary

Responsible for various technical assignments in support of Production, Research & Development, Statistical Process Control as directed by the Engineering Manager to ensure product quality and delivery. Solve problems with other departments concerning manufacturing processes whether with chemical reactions or the structures, equipment and machinery necessary for the proper control of a chemical reaction.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design parts and assemblies using Pro-Engineer WF4 / PTC’s CREO
• Designing for manufacturability and assembly
• Managing documentation to maintain export compliance
• Communicating with customers to resolve technical issues
• Conducting failure analysis to determine and correct root cause issues
• Conducting prototype and engineering tests for design verification
• Overseeing testing and qualification of mechanical assemblies
• Creating and conducting technical presentations on the above items
• Leads the implementation activities for the introduction of new and advanced projects into manufacturing.
• Troubleshoots various segments of the manufacturing process to identify and/or prevent potential problems.
• Evaluates proposed process changes and their impact on quality and productivity prior to implementation.
• Compiles pertinent statistical data to examine emergent trends that would lead to the improvement of processes and/or reduce operational costs.
• Assists as required in the training of manufacturing personnel to achieve their highest level of proficiency.
• Assists in the composition of manufacturing SOP’s and visual work instructions.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned from time to time by Management.
• Maintains the highest ethical standards, even when challenged from above.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates an outstanding degree of judgment, organization, planning, initiative, flexibility and creativity.
• Performs satisfactorily under pressure from demand for production and other exigencies.
• Must be resourceful and creative pertaining to equipment design, operation and repair.
• Physical capabilities of lifting materials up to 50 pounds, walking up and down steps and to designated buildings as the situation warrants.
• Standing for long periods of time during preparation of a batch, conducting routine tests, etc.

Education/Previous Experience Requirements

• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, and/or Physical Sciences.
• Energetics experience preferred.
• DOD experience preferred.
• 2-5 years’ experience in an energetics manufacturing environment preferred.
• Self motivated professional with demonstrated maturity and a good sense of responsibility.
• Good communication skills and high degree of integrity.
• Able to interface and work productively with all employees.
• Ability to read and write English and compute college level mathematics, including statistics.
• Strong interest in pure and applied research to improve product quality and reduce operational costs in all stages of manufacturing.
• Sound ability to analyze data and write technical reports.

Work Hours

4/10 Work Schedule – Weekend or off-shift work may be required to support customers.