Manufacturing Engineer with Security Clearance - Tehachapi, CA, United States - Kratos Defense and Security Solutions

Description

Job Description Position Summary:
Designs, integrates, or improves manufacturing processes by studying product and manufacturing methods
Manufacturing Engineers are responsible for supervising the assembly of airframes and the installation of parts and other equipment

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identifies opportunities to improve products or reduce costs by providing manufacturing decision- making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements
• Evaluates manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research programs; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors; soliciting observations from operators
• Decides where each part of the aircraft will be placed and makes sure the support structure is strong enough to carry any excess weight
• Develops manufacturing processes by studying product requirements, researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods equipment, and conferring with equipment vendors
• Determines root causes of failures and recommends changes in designs, tolerances, or processing methods
• Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout
• Incorporates new methods and processes to improve existing operations
• Supervises technicians, technologists, analysts, administrative staff, or other engineers
• Troubleshoots new or existing product problems involving designs, materials, or processes
• Reviews product designs for manufacturability or completeness
• Trains production personnel in new or existing methods
• Communicates manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, or other information to facilitate production processes
• Designs, installs, or troubleshoots manufacturing equipment
• Maintains product and company reputation by complying with government regulations
• Keeps equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services; following manufacturer's instructions and established procedures; requesting special service
• Maintains product and process database by writing computer programs; entering data
• Completes design and development projects by training and guiding technicians

*The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time Experience and Skills Education, Experience and Qualifications:

Education:
B.S

in mechanical, aeronautical, or civil engineering

• Experience: 5-7 years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must be a U.S

citizen

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S

Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S
Citizenship)

• Holds and able to maintain a valid U.S

Driver's license

• Must pass pre-placement drug screen and background investigation

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit/stand for extended periods - 9 hours minimum
• Physically able to handle items weighing up to 40lbs unassisted
• May be exposed to high level noise, dust, and vibration and chemical fumes (within OSHA limits)
• Continuous use of both hands including grasping, pulling, and pushing
• Walking and balancing on even and uneven surfaces
• Must be able to stoop, kneel, climb, bend, crawl, and be able to reach overhead and below the shoulder
• Able to work in a non-climate controlled environment Job Benefits
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement