Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Molding Process

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 2+ years of job-related experience or a Master's degree.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required within a reasonable period. 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.

Help make the technologies, products and services that make a difference. That’s the opportunity that’s waiting for you at General Dynamics Mission Systems. We help our nation’s heroes keep our nation safe by creating solutions so advanced, they redefine innovation for the world. It’s an amazing challenge. And it’s waiting for you now.

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 professional expertise to develop, implement and maintain methods, operation sequence and processes in the manufacturing or fabrication of parts, components, sub-assemblies and final assemblies. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will develop strong communications with internal teams to 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

What you bring to the table:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering, a related specialized area or field or equivalent experience) plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree
• Solid knowledge with manufacturing processes, systems and applications
• Solid understanding of lean techniques and statistical analysis
• Polymer molding, processing and optimization experience in a manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of MRP/ERP Systems
• Working knowledge of design software (Creo, Solidworks, etc)

What sets you apart:

• 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

Duties and Tasks:

• Owner of molding processes and tools across product lines
• Document and maintain procedures, process qualifications, work instructions, shop aids, routings, etc.
• Provide technical input for Design for Manufacturing (DfM) and support the release of new product into production
• Estimate manufacturing cost, determines time standards and makes recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing product lines
• Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards
• Develop, design, procure and support implementation of manufacturing process hardware, fixturing tools and software
• Contact with project leaders and other professionals within the Operations, Manufacturing Engineering and Design Engineering group(s)
• May have some contact outside Manufacturing or with external customers
• Coordinates and makes non-conforming product disposition recommendations based on established technical requirements
• Leads initiatives using six sigma methodology to determine extent of non-conformance root cause, and corrective action
• Provide shop floor support and training to associates
• Defines and documents equipment calibration and maintenance requirements
• Implement, monitor and control process parameters (SPC)
• Provide solutions to vendor issues as required
• Monitor competitive benchmarks to ensure that current processes and equipment are competitive and cost effective
• Develop and improves floor layouts and shop flow
• Travel may be required
• Security clearance may be required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated proficiency in various types on polymer molding processes and equipment selection, mold design and material selection. 
• Considerable professional expertise, applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues
• Works on problems of moderate-to-complex scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors
• Exercises considerable judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action
• Builds productive internal/external working relationships
• Ability to drive improvement and change through data and knowledge of industry standards
• Creative, innovative responsibilities requiring advanced decision-making skills
• May provide work direction to other employees
• Considerable knowledge with technical standards, manufacturing engineering concepts, principles, and theories
• Considerable understanding of lean techniques and statistical analysis
• Keeps abreast of technology trends
• Considerable knowledge with manufacturing processes and electrical/mechanical components, systems and applications
• Considerable proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Considerable written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to think creatively
• Ability to multi-task and work with minimal supervision.
• Skilled in communicating issues, impacts, and corrective actions
• Considerable ability to clearly recognize and report information relevant to sound manufacturing engineering design

Workplace Options:

• This position requires you to work 100% in the facility.  

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we rise to the challenge each day to ensure the safety of those that lead, serve, and protect the world we live in. We do this by making the world’s most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine what’s possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing.

We offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. To see more about our benefits, visit https://gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran