Manufacturing Engineer II

Elbit Systems of America, LLC; Talladega (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

Competitive compensation and 401(k)

Robust medical, dental, vision, and FQ

Life Insurance and AD&D

Flexible Vacation & PTO

Employee Referral Program

Tricare for military retirees

Job summary

Elbit America in Alabama seeks a Manufacturing/Process Engineer to develop and optimize electronic assembly processes, ensuring compliance with stringent military and industry standards. You will create work instructions, routings, and BOMs, while supporting high-reliability production and performing RCCA investigations.

The role requires a background in electronics manufacturing, experience with CAD/CAM and ERP/MRP, and a strong emphasis on quality, documentation, and cross-functional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field.
• 3+ years in electronics manufacturing or defense/aerospace environments.
• Experience reading engineering drawings, schematics, and military specs.

Responsibilities

• Develop, document, and optimize manufacturing processes for electronic assemblies.
• Create and maintain work instructions, routings, and bills of materials.
• Support low- to mid-volume, high-reliability production environments.
• Lead lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide engineering support for assembly, testing, and repair; perform RCCA investigations.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Electronics manufacturing

Process optimization

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD/CAM

ERP/MRP

Job description

Posted Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Company Information:

Elbit America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high-technology company engag ed in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: ElbitAmerica.com or follow us on YouTube .

Job Summary:

Supports the production, assembly, test, repair, and sustainment of military-grade electronic systems. This role is responsible for developing and maintaining robust manufacturing processes that meet stringent military, quality, and reliability requirements while ensuring compliance with applicable standards and customer specifications.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Manufacturing & Process Engineering
• Develop, document, and optimize manufacturing processes for electronic assemblies, including PCBAs, cable/harness assemblies, electromechanical/electro-optical assemblies, and chassis-level systems
• Create and maintain work instructions, process flows, routings, travelers, and bills of materials
• Support low- to mid-volume, high-reliability production environments typical of defense programs
• Implement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to improve quality, yield, and efficiency
• Provide engineering support for electronic assembly, troubleshooting, rework, and repair of military electronics
• Analyze failures and lead root cause and corrective action (RCCA) investigations
• Support depot-level and field-return repair activities
• Collaborate with test engineering on functional test, environmental test, and acceptance test procedures
• Quality & Compliance
• Ensure manufacturing processes comply with military and industry standards, such as:
• IPC-A-610, IPC-7711/7721, IPC-J-STD-001
• AS9100 / ISO 9001 quality systems
• Support internal, customer, and government audits
• Review and disposition nonconformances, deviations, and waivers
• Documentation & Configuration Control
• Maintain configuration control of manufacturing documentation
• Support Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and manufacturing change implementation
• Interface with design engineering to ensure producibility, serviceability, and testability (DFM/DFA/DFT)
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Work closely with design engineering, quality, supply chain, test, and program management
• Support new product introductions (NPI) and production transitions
• Provide technical guidance to manufacturing technicians and operators

Education, Experience/Knowledge & License/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in electronics manufacturing or repair (defense or aerospace preferred)
• Strong understanding of electronic assembly processes and materials
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, and military specifications
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills, ability to work in a team environment
• US Persons - ITAR Controls applicable
• Hardware Specifications, Manufacturing Methods and Procedures, Manufacturing Quality, Product Development, Presenting Technical Information, CAD, CAD/CAM Circuit Design
• Knowledge of creating work orders, sketches for various production
• Experience with Prototypes, serial manufacturing, and tool/fixture design

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with military or aerospace electronics programs
• Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma Certification
• IPC certification (e.g., IPC-A-610, J-STD-001)
• Experience with failure analysis and corrective action processes
• Familiarity with environmental and EMI/EMC requirements
• Active or ability to obtain a security clearance (if applicable)

Skills and Abilities:

• High attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work in regulated, high-reliability environments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient with ERP/MRP systems and standard engineering tools

Travel/Physical Requirements:

• Manufacturing floor and lab environments
• May require handling ESD-sensitive and controlled hardware
• Occasional support for fielded systems or depot operations

Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identify Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not an employment contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Elbit America is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.