Manufacturing Engineer III: DFMA, Production Lead Fixtures

Karman Space & Defense; Mount Vernon (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Health Savings Account (HSA) with公司

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Company‑paid life and AD&D insurance

Short‑ and long‑term disability

Job summary

Karman Space & Defense in Mt. Vernon, WA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer III to lead producibility and DFMA across the full development and production lifecycle.

You will establish production processes, develop tooling, and mentor junior engineers while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturing outcomes. The ideal candidate has a BS in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering, 6+ years in fabrication/assembly, and experience reading blueprints and GD&T; DoD Secret

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Ability to read and generate blueprints, drawings, and technical diagrams.
• Familiarity with material properties, in-process verification, and validation methods.
• Proficiency in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Must have or be able to obtain DoD Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Drives DFMA as a core member of the design team.
• Mentors junior manufacturing engineers and provides subject matter expertise on critical processes.
• Establishes, monitors, and validates production processes and controls.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Education

Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Karman Space & Defense in Mt. Vernon, WA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer III to lead producibility and DFMA across the full development and production lifecycle.

You will establish production processes, develop tooling, and mentor junior engineers while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturing outcomes. The ideal candidate has a BS in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering, 6+ years in fabrication/assembly, and experience reading blueprints and GD&T; DoD Secret