Production Manufacturing Engineer -Level II

Leonardo DRS; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 84,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Leonardo DRS is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer Level II in Germantown, MD to develop and optimize assembly, test, and integration processes for radar and legacy avionics products.

The role emphasizes Lean and Industrial Engineering practices to improve safety, quality, and productivity, while supporting production readiness and process flow improvements across multiple teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Two years of relevant engineering experience; internships or co‑op accepted.
• Experience in aerospace/defense or similarly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, specifications, and BOMs.
• Working knowledge of GD&T and SolidWorks or equivalent CAD.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and production documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for new and existing products.
• Create and maintain manufacturing plans, work instructions, routers, and standard work.
• Support production-floor operations by troubleshooting issues and leading corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Quality Engineering on first article inspections and process capability.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Process optimization

Project management

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

ERP systems

BOM management

3D CAD

Job description

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Production Manufacturing Engineer -Level II

Location:

Germantown, MD, US, 20876

Job ID: 115724

DRS RADA Technologies, a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is focused on proprietary radar solutions and legacy avionics systems supporting the defense industry globally. The company is a global pioneer of AESA tactical radars for active military protection, counter-drone applications, critical infrastructure protection, and border surveillance.

Business Unit: DRS RADA Technologies
Location: Germantown, MD
Type: Full Time
Schedule: 9/80
Shift: 1st Shift

Job Summary

DRS RADA Technologies is seeking a motivated Manufacturing Engineer to support the development, optimization, and continuous improvement of manufacturing operations for advanced radar and legacy avionics products. This role combines hands‑on manufacturing engineering with Lean and Industrial Engineering practices to improve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, ergonomics, and overall process flow.

The Manufacturing Engineer will work closely with Production, Quality, Design Engineering, Supply Chain, and Planning teams to develop scalable assembly, test, and integration processes; implement standard work; improve factory layouts and material flow; and support production readiness for new and existing products.

DRS RADA Technologies is a recognized pioneer in AESA tactical radar technology, supporting defense missions including active military protection, counter‑drone operations, critical‑infrastructure security, and border surveillance

Job Responsibilities

Manufacturing Engineering & Production Support

• Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for new and existing products, including mechanical assembly, electro‑mechanical assembly, test, and system integration.
• Create and maintain manufacturing plans, work instructions, routers, standard work, process documentation, and production process plans.
• Support production‑floor operations by troubleshooting process issues, dispositioning nonconforming material, leading root‑cause investigations, and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Partner with Quality Engineering on First Article Inspection activities, control plans, process capability, quality escapes, and continuous quality improvement.

Lean Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering

• Support implementation and continuous improvement of Lean practices and the production operating system within assigned manufacturing areas.
• Lead and facilitate process‑improvement initiatives focused on yield, takt time, throughput, labor efficiency, quality, ergonomics, and material flow.
• Develop, implement, and track productivity‑improvement measures using relevant manufacturing and plant‑performance KPIs.
• Analyze, monitor, and support achievement of plant productivity, manufacturing performance, and process‑development metrics.
• Conduct Industrial Engineering studies to establish labor standards, evaluate time factors, assess process capacity, and manage production time credits.

Job Responsibilities Part II

Factory Layout, Ergonomics & Flow

• Design and improve workstations, factory layouts, point plans, work boards, and production work processes.
• Optimize walking routes, material presentation, supply processes, vehicle or product sequence, and overall production flow.
• Perform ergonomic evaluations and design workplace improvements using approved company methodologies and Human Work Design principles.
• Plan, coordinate, execute, and monitor production‑area relocations or layout changes to improve productivity, quality, safety, and material flow.
• Evaluate the impact of product design, equipment, process sequence, and workplace configuration on labor content, ergonomics, and manufacturing performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Two years of relevant engineering experience; internship, co‑op, production, prototyping, or manufacturing support experience will be considered.
• Experience working in an aerospace, defense, automotive or similarly regulated manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and production documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and bills of material.
• Working knowledge of GD&T.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks or equivalent 3D CAD software.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, BOM management, manufacturing routers, and work‑instruction development.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively with both engineering teams and production‑floor personnel.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to present results clearly to technical teams, management, and leadership.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities with strong attention to detail.

U.S. Citizenship required. This position may require an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

The salary range for this position is $83,552.00/year-$108,618.00/year. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance‑based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non‑exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state‑mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well‑being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career‑growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:

- Integrity
- Agility
- Excellence
- Customer Focus
- Community & Respect
- Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.