Manufacturing Engineer

Airmar Technology Corp.; Littleton (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Airmar Technology Corp. is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer in Littleton, Massachusetts, who will focus on developing and improving manufacturing processes for acoustic products. The role requires 5 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.

Key responsibilities include supporting product transitions, enhancing manufacturing quality, and implementing lean practices. This position demands excellent communication skills, a self-motivated attitude, and proficiency in tools like Microsoft Office and SolidWorks.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience with Manufacturing Engineering and Process Development.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and SolidWorks.
• Experience with ERP systems in the manufacturing industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support new acoustic transducer products with process development.
• Evaluate and enhance existing manufacturing processes.
• Create work instructions to train manufacturing personnel.
• Lead equipment design sessions and procure special tooling.
• Analyze processes for quality and cost improvements.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.

Skills

Product transition

Adhesives expertise

Fixture design

Lean manufacturing techniques

Communication skills

Self-motivated attitude

Decision making

Detail orientation

Collaboration skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SolidWorks

ERP systems

Job description

MSI Transducers manufactures low volume, highly complex electro‑mechanical sonar assemblies for defense and commercial applications. At MSI, employees excel by contributing to multiple areas of the business, and candidates are expected to contribute significantly to various functions. The Manufacturing Engineer will develop, integrate, or improve manufacturing methods or processes in support of our acoustic products. They will transition new products from Engineering prototypes to Production products. They will utilize data driven analysis to determine root causes and resolve design, material, or process issues to improve quality, improve yields, and reduce costs. They will review product designs and assess them for manufacturability, cost, and completeness.

Duties/Responsibilities:

JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provide manufacturing engineering support for new acoustic transducer products including new process development and production scale up.
• Evaluate and improve existing manufacturing processes and/or develop new manufacturing processes.
• Create work instructions and aides to document manufacturing processes and train manufacturing personnel to effectively implement those processes.
• Lead productive equipment design sessions, specify, design and/or procure special tooling or equipment required to manufacture products.
• Facilitate impactful root cause analysis events with cross‑functional teams to solve manufacturing and technical issues as they arise.
• Analyze manufacturing process flows to enhance quality, reduce cost, and increase throughput.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Contribute towards maintaining and supporting ISO standards.

SKILLS:

• Proven capability to transition products from development into production.
• Expertise in adhesives, surface preparation, and bonding and joining.
• Expertise in fixture design.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques applied towards process improvement.
• Excellent communication skills including proficiency at presenting information in a meaningful way to a non‑technical audience.
• Possess a self‑motivated and resourceful attitude, taking ownership of one's work.
• Exceptional decision making skills with an ability to execute and attain goals and to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in groups.
• Strong business ethics.
• Program Management or Project Management experience is a plus.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years of experience with Manufacturing Engineering and Process Development in a Manufacturing environment. Must have a BS in Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Experience with SolidWorks or a similar solid modeling software. Experience with ERP systems used in the manufacturing industry is a plus.