Manufacturing Engineer IV

General Atomics; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems in San Diego, CA, is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead planning, scheduling, and oversight of production processes for parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies. You will collaborate with design engineering to optimize methods while ensuring cost effectiveness and regulatory compliance.

With 8+ years in manufacturing engineering and a degree in engineering, you will analyze problems, develop production operation sequences,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field; 9+ years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Exposure to welding, fabrication and machining.
• Degree in mechanical, electrical, aerospace, manufacturing or industrial engineering desired.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing concepts, principles and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to learn quickly and organize work to meet timetables.
• Strong communication, documentation, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and maintains methods, operation sequences and processes for fabrication of parts and assemblies.
• Analyzes and resolves manufacturing and engineering problems.
• Designs production operation sequences and procedures for tools and equipment.
• Collaborates with design engineering on technical specifications to optimize manufacturing.
• Investigates, dispositions and justifies product non-conformances.
• Estimates manufacturing costs and determines time standards.
• Ensures compliance of production processes with regulations.
• Maintains records and reporting systems for manufacturing operations.
• Performs supplier audits and oversight to ensure conforming products.
• Communicates technical responses to supply base questions during proposals and manufacturing efforts.
• Supports on-site supplier kickoff meetings discussing plans and deliverables.
• Assists with development and status of project plans to the Control Account Manager.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Observes all laws and regulations; works safely.

Skills

Welding exposure

Fabrication

Machining

Strong communication

Independent work

Team player

DoD clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Engineering degree in mechanical, electrical, aerospace or industrial engineering preferred

Job description

57364BR

Job Summary:

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS’ expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.

Under general direction, this position supports the manufacturing production process with focus on the planning, scheduling, implementation, and oversight of new or revised production processes for the efficient and economical fabrication of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops, implements, and maintains methods, operation sequence and processes in the manufacture or fabrication of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies.
• Applies technical knowledge to analyze, investigate and resolve manufacturing and engineering related problems.
• Designs the sequence of production operations, specifying procedures for the fabrication of applicable tools and equipment, and adapting machinery.
• Collaborates with product design engineering on technical specifications that will best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.
• Investigates, dispositions and justifies product, drawing, and specification non conformances.
• Estimates manufacturing costs and determines time standards.
• Ensures that production processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations.
• Maintains records and reporting systems for coordination of manufacturing operations.
• Performs supplier audit and oversight as necessary to ensure conforming product being delivered.
• Communicates technical responses to supply base questions during proposal efforts, manufacturing efforts and post manufacturing efforts.
• Supports on-site supplier kick off meetings to discuss manufacturing plan, schedule and supplier deliverables.
• Assist with development, status and needs of the project plan to the Control Account Manager.
• Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires a bachelors in engineering or a related technical field as well as nine or more years of manufacturing engineering experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• The ideal candidate has exposure to welding, fabrication and machining.
• Degree in mechanical, electrical, aerospace manufacturing or industrial engineering is desired.
• Must have a solid understanding of manufacturing and engineering concepts, principles, and theory with technical experience demonstrating the application of those concepts while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
• Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment and organize work assignments to meet established timetables.
• Good communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required, as well as the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Secret Clearance.

Job Category:

Engineering

Experience Level:

Senior (8+ years)

Workstyle:

Onsite

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Salary

Pay Range Low:

98,100

Pay Range High:

171,398

Travel Percentage Required:

0% - 25%

Relocation Assistance Provided?:

Yes

US Citizenship Required?:

Yes

Clearance Required?:

No

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.