Manufacturing Engineer II – Energetics & NPI

Cartridge Actuated Devices; Fairfield (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Cartridge Actuated Devices is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer II to bridge design and shop floor for energetic hardware. You will lead DFМ transitions, design jigs and fixtures, and drive continuous improvements in a high-reliability environment.

The role requires hands-on manufacturing process planning, NPI collaboration, and strict adherence to AS9100/ISO 9001, NIST SP 800-171, and ATF regulations to ensure safe, compliant production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, or related field.
• 3–5+ years in precision aerospace/defense manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Plan, maintain, and optimize MBOMs, routing, SOPs, and shop floor work instructions.
• Design assembly tooling, fixtures, and inspection aids to improve throughput and safety.
• Support NPI/DFM/DFA handoffs from R&D into production.
• Act as MRB authority; perform root-cause analyses and CAPA implementations.
• Conduct PFMEA and SPC to minimize process variance and risks.
• Provide floor support to machinists, technicians, and energetic handling teams.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100/ISO9001, NIST SP 800-171, and ATF regulations.

Skills

GD&T

3D CAD

Jigs & fixtures

ERP/MRP (SAP)

AS9100 / ISO 9001

CAPA / 8D

ATF / ITAR compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

SAP

SyteLine

Epicor

Sage

Job description

Cartridge Actuated Devices is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer II to bridge design and shop floor for energetic hardware. You will lead DFМ transitions, design jigs and fixtures, and drive continuous improvements in a high-reliability environment.

The role requires hands-on manufacturing process planning, NPI collaboration, and strict adherence to AS9100/ISO 9001, NIST SP 800-171, and ATF regulations to ensure safe, compliant production.