Advanced Manufacturing Engineer
Apply NowCompany: General Dynamics
Location: Pittsfield, MA 01201
Description:
Basic Qualifications
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required within a reasonable period of time. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Responsibilities for this Position
At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we create the technologies, products and services that help our nation's heroes keep our nation safe. The work we do is so advanced, we are continuously moving the boundaries of what's possible. Here you'll work with the best and your talent will be front and center on projects that impact the world. Are you up to the challenge?
We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers' missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar space and everything in between.
We will rely on your extensive knowledge to develop, implement and maintain methods, operation sequence and processes in the manufacturing or fabrication of parts, components, sub-assemblies and final assemblies. The seasoned, experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer we seek will develop manufacturing engineering plans and strategies for specific products and processes and estimate manufacturing costs, determine time standards and make recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing product lines. At GDMS, we continually seek ways to develop and improve manufacturing methods, utilizing our team's knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards.
What you'll experience:
Duties and Tasks:
Develops, implements and maintains methods, operation sequence and processes in the manufacture or fabrication of parts, components, sub-assemblies and final assemblies
Interfaces with design engineering in coordinating the release of new products
Estimates manufacturing cost, determines time standards and makes recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing product lines
Maintains records and reporting systems for coordination of manufacturing operations
Performs detailed analysis of the ability to produce electrical or mechanical subsystems
Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards
Implements and analyzes manufacturing engineering plans and projects
Applies lean techniques to set up or improve manufacturing processes
Develops manufacturing engineering plans and strategies for specific products and processes
Researches and analyzes data, such as customer design proposal, specifications, and manuals to determine feasibility of design or application
Supports the generation of technical engineering products by using the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the system development life cycle
Researches and analyzes data, such as customer design proposals, specifications and manuals to determine feasibility of design or application
May provide leadership and/or direction to lower level employees
Contributes to the completion of major programs and projects
Understands and has limited participation in the development of Proposal Estimate Rationale (PER)/Basis of Estimate (BOE) per proposal instructions
Plans and executes project tasks for activities described above
Regular contact with senior levels of internal work groups
Works under limited direction
Contact with project leaders and other professionals within Engineering and Operations departments, and with project teams across the company
Frequent contact with external customers
Travel may be required
Security clearance may be required
Provides resolution to a diverse range of complex problems
Failure to accomplish results or errors may cause significant delays or require the substantial expenditure of resources
Installs manufacturing process systems and conducts production qualification, forecasts and manages manufacturing process capital assets
Develops, designs, procures, and constructs manufacturing process hardware, fixturing tools, software, and work environment
Using lean concepts acts as a project engineer to implement cost reduction efforts
Leads quality initiatives using six sigma methodology to determine extent of non-conformance root cause, and corrective action
Documents procedures, process qualifications, work instructions, shop aids, routings, etc.
Provides process analysis to support new business (NPI) opportunity assessment and quoting
Defines and documents equipment calibration requirements
Identifies training for production related activities
Monitors and controls of process parameters, and identification of special processes and need for SPC
Provides solutions to vendor issues as required
Monitors competitive benchmarks to ensure that current processes and equipment are competitive and cost effective
Forecasts and manages manufacturing process capital implementation
Develops floor layouts
Assists product engineer with design to cost
This is the career level in many professional specialties Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
A seasoned, experienced professional with a proficient understanding of area of specialization
Resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways
This job is the fully qualified, career- oriented, journey-level position
Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors
Demonstrates proficient judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
Networks with senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise
Creative, innovative responsibilities requiring advanced decision-making skills
Normally receives little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments
May provide work direction to other employees
Lacks authority to discipline or reward.
Proficient use and understanding of Design for Manufacture (DFM) concepts, principles, and theories
Proficient understanding lean techniques and statistical analysis
Proficient knowledge of other related disciplines
Keeps abreast of technology trends
Contributes to the achievement of business objectives
Proficient knowledge with manufacturing and engineering systems and applications
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Proficient written and verbal communications skills
Ability to think creatively
Ability to multi-task
Skilled in communicating issues, impacts, and corrective actions
Proficient ability to clearly recognize and report information relevant to sound manufacturing engineering design
Able to sell concepts and ideas
Independently determines approach to solutions
Salary Note
This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Combined Salary Range
USD $103,254.00 - USD $114,547.00 /Yr.
Company Overview
General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required within a reasonable period of time. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Responsibilities for this Position
At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we create the technologies, products and services that help our nation's heroes keep our nation safe. The work we do is so advanced, we are continuously moving the boundaries of what's possible. Here you'll work with the best and your talent will be front and center on projects that impact the world. Are you up to the challenge?
We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers' missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar space and everything in between.
We will rely on your extensive knowledge to develop, implement and maintain methods, operation sequence and processes in the manufacturing or fabrication of parts, components, sub-assemblies and final assemblies. The seasoned, experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer we seek will develop manufacturing engineering plans and strategies for specific products and processes and estimate manufacturing costs, determine time standards and make recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing product lines. At GDMS, we continually seek ways to develop and improve manufacturing methods, utilizing our team's knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards.
What you'll experience:
- Technologies that aren't just top-notch, they're often top-secret
- A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what's next
- Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it's discovered
- A Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering, a related specialized area or field (or equivalent experience) plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
- Effectively leads quality initiatives using six sigma methodology to determine extent of non-conformance root cause, and corrective action
- Fully proficient use and understanding of Design for Manufacture (DFM) concepts, principles, and theories
- Fully proficient understanding lean techniques and statistical analysis
- Creative, innovative responsibilities requiring advanced decision-making skills
- Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success, meeting and exceeding personal and team commitments
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
- Keeps abreast of technology trends
Duties and Tasks:
Develops, implements and maintains methods, operation sequence and processes in the manufacture or fabrication of parts, components, sub-assemblies and final assemblies
Interfaces with design engineering in coordinating the release of new products
Estimates manufacturing cost, determines time standards and makes recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing product lines
Maintains records and reporting systems for coordination of manufacturing operations
Performs detailed analysis of the ability to produce electrical or mechanical subsystems
Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards
Implements and analyzes manufacturing engineering plans and projects
Applies lean techniques to set up or improve manufacturing processes
Develops manufacturing engineering plans and strategies for specific products and processes
Researches and analyzes data, such as customer design proposal, specifications, and manuals to determine feasibility of design or application
Supports the generation of technical engineering products by using the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the system development life cycle
Researches and analyzes data, such as customer design proposals, specifications and manuals to determine feasibility of design or application
May provide leadership and/or direction to lower level employees
Contributes to the completion of major programs and projects
Understands and has limited participation in the development of Proposal Estimate Rationale (PER)/Basis of Estimate (BOE) per proposal instructions
Plans and executes project tasks for activities described above
Regular contact with senior levels of internal work groups
Works under limited direction
Contact with project leaders and other professionals within Engineering and Operations departments, and with project teams across the company
Frequent contact with external customers
Travel may be required
Security clearance may be required
Provides resolution to a diverse range of complex problems
Failure to accomplish results or errors may cause significant delays or require the substantial expenditure of resources
Installs manufacturing process systems and conducts production qualification, forecasts and manages manufacturing process capital assets
Develops, designs, procures, and constructs manufacturing process hardware, fixturing tools, software, and work environment
Using lean concepts acts as a project engineer to implement cost reduction efforts
Leads quality initiatives using six sigma methodology to determine extent of non-conformance root cause, and corrective action
Documents procedures, process qualifications, work instructions, shop aids, routings, etc.
Provides process analysis to support new business (NPI) opportunity assessment and quoting
Defines and documents equipment calibration requirements
Identifies training for production related activities
Monitors and controls of process parameters, and identification of special processes and need for SPC
Provides solutions to vendor issues as required
Monitors competitive benchmarks to ensure that current processes and equipment are competitive and cost effective
Forecasts and manages manufacturing process capital implementation
Develops floor layouts
Assists product engineer with design to cost
This is the career level in many professional specialties Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
A seasoned, experienced professional with a proficient understanding of area of specialization
Resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways
This job is the fully qualified, career- oriented, journey-level position
Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors
Demonstrates proficient judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
Networks with senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise
Creative, innovative responsibilities requiring advanced decision-making skills
Normally receives little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments
May provide work direction to other employees
Lacks authority to discipline or reward.
Proficient use and understanding of Design for Manufacture (DFM) concepts, principles, and theories
Proficient understanding lean techniques and statistical analysis
Proficient knowledge of other related disciplines
Keeps abreast of technology trends
Contributes to the achievement of business objectives
Proficient knowledge with manufacturing and engineering systems and applications
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Proficient written and verbal communications skills
Ability to think creatively
Ability to multi-task
Skilled in communicating issues, impacts, and corrective actions
Proficient ability to clearly recognize and report information relevant to sound manufacturing engineering design
Able to sell concepts and ideas
Independently determines approach to solutions
Salary Note
This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Combined Salary Range
USD $103,254.00 - USD $114,547.00 /Yr.
Company Overview
General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans