Optical Payload Manufacturing Engineer

General Atomics; Acton (MA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) in Acton, MA seeks an Optical Payload Manufacturing Engineer to lead and support the manufacturing, assembly and test of optical systems and space payloads.

The role focuses on developing efficient production processes, hands-on assembly and test, and collaboration with design engineering to meet mission requirements while complying with regulatory standards and security clearances.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field.
• 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Understanding of manufacturing concepts, codes and theory.
• Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains manufacturing methods, sequences and processes.
• Hands-on assembly and test of opto-mechanical systems.
• Set up testing capabilities: Vibration, EMI, Thermal and TVAC chambers.
• Collaborates with design engineering on technical specifications.
• Ensures compliance with regulations and maintains records.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Communication

Team collaboration

Independent work

Problem solving

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Test equipment setup

Job description

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. We have an exciting opportunity for an Optical Payload Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Acton, MA! With limited direction, this position is responsible for supporting the manufacturing production process of Optical systems and Optical Space Payloads to ensure they meet the mission requirements, while focusing on manufacturing, integration and testing, 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.
• Capable of Hands On Assembly and Test of Opto-Mechanical systems.
• Support efforts to set-up and maintain the following testing capabilities: Vibration, EMI, Thermal and TVAC chambers, or other pieces of test equipment.
• Works with Cryogenic, High-Vacuum or High-Pressure Systems, or their subcomponents. Provide technical expertise on thermal vacuum systems
• Capable of Hands-On Vibration, EMI and Thermal Vacuum Test of Opto-Mechanical systems and Optical Payloads.
• Collaborates with product design engineering on technical specifications that will best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.
• Conducts tests throughout all stages of production to determine control over applicable variables and troubleshooting and resolve a wide range of complex manufacturing engineering issues.
• Designs the arrangement of manufacturing equipment to ensure most efficient and productive layout.
• Designs the sequence of production operations, specifying procedures for the fabrication of applicable tools and equipment, and adapting machinery.
• Interfaces with design engineering in coordinating the release of new products.
• Provides guidance to product design engineering on technical specifications that will best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.
• Estimates manufacturing cost, determines time standards, and makes recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing product lines.
• Ensures that production processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations.
• Maintains records and reporting systems for coordination of manufacturing operations.
• Develops appropriate documentation of findings and implemented solutions and communicates results to staff.
• May be required to make technical presentations to staff.
• 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 five or more years of manufacturing engineering experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Must have a thorough understanding of manufacturing engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts; and expanding knowledge of principles, concepts, theory, and practices in related technical specialties.
• Must possess the ability to develop and communicate new concepts; apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems.
• Must have strong communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to perform complex tasks in one or more engineering areas; capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact.
• Able to work extended hours as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance is required.

Job Type: Full-Time Salary

Salary range: 84,000 - 140,625