Associate Manufacturing Engineer

Company Overview

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems.  In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

Position Overview

QinetiQ US is looking to hire an Associate Manufacturing Engineer to help sustain and improve QinetiQ US’s manufacturing processes, assist in the design of work cell layouts, review equipment and test fixtures used in production to improve throughput and reduce cycle times, as well as help troubleshoot manufacturing issues that affect production and delivery targets.

The Manufacturing Engineering position will cover a broad range of support activities which include initiating, proposing, planning and sustaining daily operations. Additionally you will implement tasks required for non-routine service contracts and the repair of replacement spares. The range of products supported by Manufacturing Engineering, and the Manufacturing Operations Teams include:

• Maritime Systems
• Unmanned Robots and Vehicles
• Warfighter and Vehicle Protection

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, and coordinates manufacturing processes.
• Plans production line layouts for maximum efficiency including workflow, equipment location, material handling, and space requirements.
• Recommends and provides guidance to supervisors on how to balance work breakdown elements with current operations staffing.
• Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing methods.
• Applies technical knowledge to innovate, improve design and development processes, tooling, assembly fixtures and procedures.
• Supports builds in an AS9100 regulated environment to assure critical features are controlled throughout the assembly/production process.
• Supports projects involving multiple departments and/or outside contract manufacturers.
• Confers with planning and design disciplines concerning product development and tooling/testing needs to ensure efficient production methods.
• Confers with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.
• Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
• Confers with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
• Identifies opportunities and implements changes to improve products or reduce costs using knowledge of fabrication processes, materials and parts, tooling and production equipment, assembly methods, quality control standards, or product design.
• Develops and validates/verifies processes used in manufacturing.
• Assists and contributes to the build and troubleshooting of initial pre-production products in support of developing manufacturing processes and generating build documents.
• Authors, reviews, and updates existing manufacturing processes and documentation.
• Organizes and analyzes data sets that outline systemic improvement opportunities.
• Supports issue resolution for production and assembly non-conformance including disposition, root cause investigation, and the implementation of corrective action as applicable.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant engineering discipline (Industrial, Mechanical, Electromechanical preferred) plus 0-2 years working experience in a manufacturing environment in an Engineering role.
• Proven ability practically and logically to solve problems.
• Ability to self-manage, demonstrate discipline, and commit to working in a fast-paced, schedule-driven environment with minimum oversight and to tight deadlines.
• Experienced with authoring and editing work instructions for operator/technician use.
• Strong technical writing skills required.
• Proven ability to manage concurrent projects and a willingness take on new challenges.
• Able to read and interpret technical mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Proven organization and time-management skills coupled with effective and positive communication skills required.
• Hands-on experience expected.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOD security clearance if required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience generating and maintaining bill of material structures in an ERP system.
• Understanding of commercial manufacturing processes/practices.
• Experience with Military, department of defense (DOD), and other project based contracts.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and applicable Quality System Standards.
• Working knowledge of Configuration Management principles.
• Working knowledge of process/product verification and validation activities.
• Understanding of analytical troubleshooting methodologies.
• Experience in the field of highly complex discrete manufacturing or other low-volume highly technically integrated systems/products.

Pay Transparency

The salary range for this role is $60,000- $80,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. QinetiQ US considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Company EEO Statement

Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 1 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.