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Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD) · 4 days ago

Manufacturing Engineer

Simsbury, CT

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

6+ years exp

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD) is a leader in innovative technology aimed at supporting missions in aerospace and defense. They are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to lead manufacturing processes, solve production issues, and implement lean methodologies to enhance efficiency in production activities.

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Responsibilities

Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation (including manufacturing instructions, routings, process specifications and tooling)

Solving manufacturing problems, investigating process failures and implementing corrective actions

Interface with production personnel including operators, quality inspectors, and shop floor supervisors

Generate content for Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Process 3P (Production Preparation Process), TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) and PHA (Process Hazard Assessment)

Implementation of lean manufacturing methodologies including standard work, point of use tooling, material presentation and process improvements

Develop manufacturing cell layouts including tooling, machinery and equipment as needed

Create standard work and contribute to manufacturing planning

Identify, lead, and implement Capital Expenditure (CAPEX/CAR) initiatives as related to manufacturing equipment, machinery and automated inspection equipment

Qualification

Lean manufacturingManufacturing engineeringProject managementCAD in SolidWorksERP/MRP systemsProblem-solving toolsMS Office proficiencyDesign for ManufacturingInterpersonal skillsLeadership skills

Required

BS/MS in an engineering discipline, preferably mechanical engineering, industrial engineer, or manufacturing engineering or related manufacturing experience in multi-part mechanisms and mechanical assemblies

Project management skills with the ability to document, plan, and execute projects related to manufacturing equipment and process improvement

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects

Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems using formal problem-solving tools

Demonstrated ability of implementing of Continuous Improvement & Lean Manufacturing methodologies

In-depth understanding ERP/MRP planning systems

CAD, 3-D modeling, assembly creation, drawings and GD&T in SolidWorks

Design of tooling and fixtures

Design for Manufacturing methods and techniques

MS Office proficiency – Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, and Visio

This position requires good shop floor presence, and motivation to become a process/machine subject matter expert

The manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for investigations and daily floor support

Preferred

6+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing

Familiarity with the Aerospace & Defense industry, AS9100, ISO9001 or other heavily regulated industry

Knowledge of missile systems and launch vehicle mechanisms and systems

Company

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD)

Right For Your Mission Headquartered in Simsbury, Connecticut, with additional locations in Graham, Kentucky, and Moorpark, California, EBAD is a global leader in mission-critical hardware and systems, delivering precision energetics and innovative explosive solutions that empower success in the most demanding environments.

Founded in 1836

Simsbury, Connecticut, USA

501-1000 employees