Manufacturing Engineer
Location
US-AL-Huntsville
ID
2025-1338
Category
Engineering
Position Type
Full-Time
Remote
No
Location : Postal Code
35810
Location : Address
4015 Pulaski Pike NW
Overview
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.
The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing and reviewing procedures and equipment involved in the manufacturing process.
Responsibilities
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
Qualifications
Education :
BS degree in electrical, electronics engineering technology, or related requiredMS degree desiredExperience :
Six years required at BS level OR four years required at MS level preferably in defense industry, aerospace / aviation and manufacturingExperience 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 drawingsWorking knowledge of MIL-SPECs, military standards, and DoD contractual requirementsExperience with build-to-print manufacturing environmentsUnderstanding 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 testingProficiency with engineering change and variance processesPreferred Qualifications
AS9100 quality management system experienceExperience with avionics, wire harness assemblies, or electrical control systemsExperience utilizing Costpoint and DMS