Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at time of hire. Candidates must be able to obtain a Secret clearance within a reasonable amount of time from date of hire. 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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist product engineer with design to cost
• Define and document equipment calibration requirements
• Develop floor layouts
• Document procedures, process qualifications, work instructions, shop aids, routings, etc.
• Develop manufacturing engineering plans and strategies for specific products and processes
• Install manufacturing process systems and conduct production qualification
• Provide process analysis to support new business (NPI) opportunity assessment and quoting
• Develop, design, procure, and construct manufacturing process hardware, fixturing tools, software, and work environment
• Estimate manufacturing cost, determine time standards, and make recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing product lines
• Lead quality initiatives using six sigma methodology to determine extent of non-conformance root cause, and corrective action
• Monitor and control process parameters, and identify special processes and need for SPC

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation
• Fully proficient understanding of manufacturing processes and methods
• Fully proficient in lean manufacturing techniques and six sigma methodology
• Fully proficient problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Fully proficient communication and interpersonal skills
• Fully proficient written and verbal communications skills
• Fully proficient knowledge in Microsoft Office applications
• Fully proficient knowledge with manufacturing processes and electrical/mechanical components, systems and applications

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans