Manufacturing Engineer II​/III

Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

Textron Systems is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Process Engineer to focus on assembly and testing of products across the product life cycle spectrum. As part of our dedicated ISC team, Manufacturing Process Engineer’s principal responsibilities are to develop repeatable and reproducible assembly, inspection, and test instructions, identify opportunities for improvement and implement changes. Responsibilities will also include other upstream activities such as capital equipment, facility requirements, existing and emerging manufacturing technologies, tool design, cost estimating, and configuration control.

This individual will work closely with Design Engineering, Manufacturing and Assembly Technicians to complete builds, analyze results and continuous improvement.

• Collaborate with Design Engineering, Assembly Technicians and other Manufacturing Engineers to provide a clear line of communication between design and manufacturing.
• Perform make/buy analyses for new designs by reviewing drawings, sketches, and schematics.
• Determine necessary capital equipment, facility requirements, manufacturing technologies, and other manufacturing requirements for emerging programs.
• Develop manufacturing processes, procedures, tool designs, production layouts, cost estimates, and configuration control methods for efficient manufacturing of new products.
• Identify emerging manufacturing technologies and perform cost/benefit analysis for implementation.
• Develop factory floor plans and equipment arrangements with facilities to ensure efficient and productive flow.
• Develop detailed manufacturing process documents by providing technical knowhow and drive best practices.
• Develop detailed production plans to support new products.
• Provide technical support to both internal and external suppliers via in person and/or phone support.
• Maintain a positive attitude while interacting with a diverse and multi-functional workforce.
• Knowledge of and demonstrated implementation of lean practices.
• Identify and implement automation, AI, and other innovative continuous improvement efforts.

Experience levels will be determined by a hiring team. We are looking for candidates with a bachelor’s and/or master’s degree preferably in Electrical, RF, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering. Experience recommendations below. In compliance with local pay transparency law, the pay range for this position is:

• Level 2 Engineer:
  Typically, 3+ years of experience | $88,200 – $133,000 per year
• Level 3 Engineer:
  Typically 5+ years of experience | $98,600 – $149,400 per year

• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment (preferably electrical/electronic/RF experience)
• Experience and relevant background in application of materials, manufacturing methods and equipment; especially in regards to assembling, troubleshooting, repairing electronic systems, circuits, test equipment and cables/harnesses
• Knowledge of electronics, electrical, RF, mechanical design and lean manufacturing principles.
• Knowledge of DFX principles, including Design for Manufacturing, Inspection, Assembly, and Cost.
• Knowledge of GD&T and the appropriate tolerances in a manufacturing mechanical environment is a plus.
• Knowledge of existing manufacturing technologies, and the ability to research emerging manufacturing technologies.
• Ability to analyze and understand technical drawings, preliminary bills of material, engineering sketches, CAD models, prototypes, specifications, and ad hoc requirements.
• Ability to detect and analyze potential design issues, and to apply logical or scientific solutions to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
• Ability to visualize and comprehend critical elements of a manufacturing…