Sr Manufacturing Engineer - Arlington, United States - DSG Tec USA
Description
Responsibilities
Oversee all aspects of manufacturing from engagement of vendors, onboarding, delivery of tech pack, and program set-up for production, including LRIP through to mass scale production
Coordinate with design and innovation teams to optimize designs for manufacturability
Engage directly with vendors to ensure accurate delivery of parts that fulfill company and customer criteria, including implementation of lot traceability and other quality measures
Work with vendors to identify ongoing methods to improve quality and efficiencies
Implement metrics to measure vendor performance and effectiveness scorecard, providing vendors with frequent actionable feedback, and keeping vendors to account on required improvements
Interface with cross-functional team, plan project execution, allocate resources, and ensure project goals are met
Collaborate with stakeholders to define project requirements, objectives, and success criteria
Drive innovation where possible by introducing new technologies, materials and methodologies to improve product production, design and enhance product capabilities and performance
Perform advanced engineering analyses, develop and validate complex models, and provide technical expertise for production both for internal and external teams
Ensure designs meet high standards of quality, reliability, and compliance with industry regulations
Manage project budgets, identify cost-saving opportunities, and optimize production processes
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, R&D, and sales, to ensure seamless product development and delivery
Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, presenting technical information and progress updates
Act as primary point of contact for vendors
Stay informed about relevant industry regulations, standards, and compliance requirements, ensuring products meet all necessary criteria
Complete other projects and special assignments as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor or masters degree in mechanical or industrial engineering or in a related field required; consideration given for relevant experience
Proven track record of success in design, development, and production of ballistic systems or similar complex engineering projects
Experience with relevant software tools for design, analysis, and simulation
10+ years of experience in engineering or a related field