Manufacturing Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Manufacturing Engineer to support Department of Defense (DoD) aviation programs in a build-to-print manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will serve as the technical liaison between engineering, production, and quality teams while ensuring compliance with military specifications and contract requirements.

• Defines, analyzes and applies techniques involving the entire scope of the manufacturing engineering function
• Defines, analyzes and solves problems across the entire spectrum of the manufacturing process
• Responsible for the manufacturing processes including development of total integrated manufacturing systems
• Prepares and coordinates entire manufacturing engineering plans for introduction of a product into production
• Provides technical/engineering advice to other manufacturing personnel
• Answer technical questions from production personnel, quality assurance, and cross-functional teams regarding electrical assemblies, components, and manufacturing processes
• Read, interpret, and analyze complex electrical engineering drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and military specifications (MIL-SPECs)
• Update and revise engineering drawings in CAD software to reflect approved changes, redlines, and as-built configurations
• Review build-to-print documentation and suggest practical manufacturing improvements while maintaining design intent and compliance with DoD requirements
• Evaluate, document, and process requests for variance from engineering drawings and specifications; coordinate with engineering and customer representatives for approval
• Aide in the develop and optimize electrical assembly processes, work instructions, and manufacturing procedures for aviation electrical systems
• Ensure all manufacturing activities comply with AS9100, MIL-STD requirements, and customer specifications
• Investigate and resolve manufacturing discrepancies, non-conformances, and technical issues on the production floor
• Maintain accurate records of engineering changes, variances, and manufacturing process documentation

• BS degree in electrical, electronics engineering technology, or related required
• MS degree desired

• Six years required at BS level OR four years required at MS level preferably in defense industry, aerospace/aviation and manufacturing
• Experience should include basic manufacturing planning, understanding of military specifications and certifications, raw material selection engineering change process, design modification, use of CASD/CAM systems and manufacturing process development.
• Two years of experience in aviation desired.
• Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering drawings
• Working knowledge of MIL-SPECs, military standards, and DoD contractual requirements
• Experience with build-to-print manufacturing environments
• Understanding of IPC standards (IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620)
• Knowledge of cable and harness testing methods including continuity, hi-pot, insulation resistance, and functional testing
• Proficiency with engineering change and variance processes

• AS9100 quality management system experience
• Experience with avionics, wire harness assemblies, or electrical control systems
• Experience utilizing Costpoint and DMS

Locations:
Decatur, AL ($98,413 – $120,282);
Huntsville, AL ($67,005 – $102,333).