Sr Manufacturing Engineer

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (PA); Red Lion (York County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems seeks a Sr Manufacturing Engineer to join the Red Lion, PA team. The role involves designing and optimizing manufacturing processes and tools, ensuring production efficiency and quality standards. The position offers competitive benefits effective from the first day.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k plan with low cost

Qualifications

• 5-7 years' experience in manufacturing engineering or equivalent.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles.
• Knowledge of FMEA/Control Plan, RCCA, GDT.

Responsibilities

• Designs and reviews manufacturing processes, equipment, and tools.
• Implements automation techniques and tests new systems for efficiency.
• Plans factory layouts to optimize production.

Skills

Oral and written communication skills

Ability to meet deadlines

Ability to work independently

Problem-solving skills

Analytical thinking skills

Design expertise

Leadership skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD software ProE/SolidWorks/AutoCAD

CNC Lathe/milling experience

Machine programming

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Sr Manufacturing Engineer

Job Locations

US-PA-Red Lion

Requisition ID

2025-34204

Position Type

Full Time

Position Classification

On-Site

Job Function

Engineering

Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GD-OTS), a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied nations, has an opening for an onsite Sr Manufacturing Engineerto join our Red Lion, PA Team.

We take pride in supporting the mission of the warfighter by delivering the best, to the best. Our products can be found with every U.S. military branch and with allies around the world. We are looking for a motivated and creative leader to help shape and support our mission.

GD-OTS offers great benefits effective the first day of employment! Medical, dental, vision, and 401k, among other benefits are available without a waiting period and offered at a low cost to you.

Summary:

The Red Lion Team is seeking a Sr Manufacturing Engineer on First (1st) shift.

Responsible for designing, implementing and reviewing the procedures, equipment, and tools involved in the manufacturing process. Their duties include researching automation techniques, testing new systems for efficiency and planning factory layouts to optimize production.

Major Position Responsibilities

Develops, evaluates, and improves industrial manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards.
• Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements, and workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
• Determines the parts, equipment, tools, and processes needed to achieve manufacturing goals according to product specifications.
• Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
• Communicates manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, or other information to facilitate production processes.
• Confers with vendors in order to determine specifications of products and arrange equipment, material purchase, and parts.
• Evaluates products based on specifications and quality standards.

Basic Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree in Engineering or other Engineering related degree
• 5-7 years' experience
• OR equivalent combination of relevent education and/or experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or other Engineering related degree

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Analytical thinking skills.
• Design expertise.
• Leadership skills
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

• CNC Lathe/milling experience.

• Machine programming

• CAD software ProE/SolidWorks/AutoCAD

• Lean manufacturing

• FMEA/Control Plan

• RCCA

• GDT

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
• Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery.

Travel Requirements:

• Less than 25% travel likely.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added, or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.