Sr. Manufacturing Engineer - Ladson, South Carolina, United States - Elbit Systems of America

Description

Job Description

This position will work on the ROEM 155mm Howitzer program primarily, and help as needed in other areas.

Looking for an engineer with experience in a prototype/low volume environment, with the ability to develop processes and procedures as the project moves forward.

This is a new facility, with room to develop these procedures and grow professionally.

There will be a strong emphasis on assembly fixture/jig design (lifting jigs, assembly aids, etc.) and test procedures design for the first year.

Review and evaluate or develop manufacturing processes to include run-times and bill-of-material, and initiate actions for adaptations or modifications to machinery or equipment for efficient production conditions.

Develop manufacturing jigs, tools, fixtures, and methods to meet engineering specifications and provide efficient manufacturing.

Establish and coordinate priority of tools, jigs and fixtures for optimum manufacture of devices, components and less complex products.

Determine appropriate assembly processes and sequences and ensure adequacy of manufacturing documentation packages.

Train operators and technicians on processes and procedures developed by engineering (assembly, test, etc.)

Prepare project requests detailing proposed engineering work costs, parts lists, bills of material and product timetable. Monitor project costs assuring adherence to budget.

Support manufacturing and production processes in resolving design and production problems and in transition from development into production operations.

Review and evaluate product designs and engineering prototypes and recommend design changes to assure optimum producibility.

Provide direction for methods to maximize overall efficiency of assembly operation.

Maintain liaison with vendors and/or interfacing departments to provide efficient resolution to producibility problems.

Work within ERP system to develop process flows, routing steps, etc.

Create work cell layouts, including tooling, work areas, CAD floor layouts, etc.

Help instruct and teach entry level manufacturing engineers

Work with engineering technicians to help problem solve and complete prototypes

Create and/or troubleshoot test procedures

Create project schedules and lead integrated project teams on smaller level projects (cost savings projects, prototype schedule, etc.)

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship status.