Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Chemring Energetic Devices, Inc; Illinois; On-site; USD 102,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Adoption assistance

Life insurance

Job summary

Chemring Energetic Devices, Inc in Downers Grove, IL seeks a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes, design tooling and fixtures, and lead continuous improvement initiatives across production lines. You will provide hands-on engineering support, define materials and methods, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

This role requires a BS in engineering, 5+ years in aerospace/defense, GD&T and DFMA experience, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a mechanical/aerospace/materials related field.
• Minimum 5 years professional experience in manufacturing or aerospace/defense.
• Experience interpreting Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience applying DFMA/DFC principles.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate equipment and tooling performance to verify efficiency and process capability.
• Define assembly procedures and build sequences to drive operational efficiency.
• Drive adoption of new technologies and processes on manufacturing lines.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing processes focusing on SQDC (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost).
• Define materials, tooling, fixtures, and methods to ensure safety and quality in process design.

Skills

GD&T

DFMA/DFC

ATF explosives eligibility

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/Aerospace/Materials or related field

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

As Chemring Energetic Devices (CED) celebrates 50 years of building products that protect our country, protect the individual warfighter, and send rockets into outer space, our growth is creating new opportunities to expand our team with talented individuals who want to shape the next era of mission‑critical innovation.

CED is well situated in Downers Grove, Illinois - we are located a commuter train ride west of Chicago and a short drive from farmland.

CED's current salary range for this role is $102,000 to $138,500 / year. At CED, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions may vary based upon, but not limited to education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift, location and geography. In addition to base salary, the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus, commission or incentive program. CED’s benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus parental leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance and employer/partner discounts.

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer supports manufacturing operations by optimizing processes, designing tooling and fixtures, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. This role provides engineering oversight of manufacturing activities to improve efficiency, quality and delivery while supporting core operational processes.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Evaluate equipment and tooling performance to verify efficiency and process capability. Investigate deficiencies and initiate corrective actions to support operational excellence
• Apply knowledge of product design, materials, and production processes to define assembly procedures and build sequences to drive operational efficiency
• Drive the adoption of new technologies and processes across manufacturing production lines
• Evaluate, analyze and troubleshoot manufacturing processes with focus on improving Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC). Participate in design and documentation reviews to ensure manufacturability of components and systems. Provide input to design teams regarding concepts and specifications to optimize equipment utilization and manufacturing methods
• Define materials, tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing methods to ensure safety and quality are incorporated into the process design
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure functionality of all manufacturing equipment and assets meet program requirements
• Provide technical and hands-on support to production operations teams, resolving line-down situations and promoting operational sustainability with minimal management oversight
• Influence the development of manufacturing strategy for the area of responsibility, including work cell layouts, equipment, tooling, and processes/systems
• Manage CapEx projects to purchase or upgrade physical assets, machinery, or technology, often involving budgeting, project management, design oversight, and vendor interactions
• Participate and facilitate PHAs (process hazard analysis) and JHA (job hazard analysis) teams

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Other special projects as assigned
• Comply with government and corporate laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Ensures 100% compliance with the Chemring Operational Framework, Code of Conduct and U.S. Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, and BACM

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

N/A

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s Degree (B.S). in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering Manufacturing Engineering or related field.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 5 years professional and relevant experience
• Aerospace and Defense industry experience is desired
• Experience in interpreting and applying Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Experience in the application of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) and Design for Cost (DFC) principles

SKILLS and QUALIFICATIONS

• Lawful US Person (ITAR restrictions)
• Must be eligible to possess explosives under the Safe Explosives Act of 2003 (as amended) as required by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) for all employees of Chemring Energetic Devices
• Adept in preparing clear and concise reports, business correspondence, and procedural documentation
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