
New Product Introduction Direct Manufacturing Engineer
About the role
Job Description
The New Product Introduction (NPI) team is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Direct Manufacturing Engineer to contribute to our vision of being the preferred New Product Introduction developer of new & complex aerospace engine, flight and airframe electronics. The core purpose of this Manufacturing Engineer position is to improve quality, cost and delivery to meet internal and external customer expectations.
As the successful candidate, you will spend much your day communicating with the hourly team members to understand difficulties that occur during the initial development of manufacturing processes to include dispositioning of noncompliant hardware. You will also spend time teaming with colleagues as part of a cross-functional team to provide technical support on the development of product and process improvements on both Circuit Card and Electronic Unit manufacturing.
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Required Skills and Education
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in manufacturing, industrial, mechanical, electrical, systems, engineering, or other relevant discipline
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Exposure to Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma Essentials
- Intermediate-level technical skills and knowledge of technical requirements and system flows skills relevant to job / area of work
- General understanding of Electronics Manufacturing Process
- Ability to work proficiently with computer-based systems
- Data analysis exposure
- Passion for solve challenges within a teaming environment
Preferred Skills and Education
- Lean Manufacturing Certificate
- Statistical Analysis including SPC, CpK, MSA, DOE
- Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt
- Experience of Electronics Manufacturing Processes
Required skills
Manufacturing engineering
Lean manufacturing
Process improvement
NPI
About BAE Systems
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