Triton Systems, Inc. · 3 months ago
Machine Operator / Manufacturing Systems Engineer
Triton Systems, Inc. combines over 30 years of experience with innovation opportunities in product development and R&D. The Machine Operator / Manufacturing Systems Engineer role involves operating advanced cold spray systems, process development, quality assurance, and equipment maintenance to translate R&D setups into scalable production processes.
Advanced MaterialsManufacturingProduct Design
Responsibilities
Operate, maintain, and oversee cold spray systems and robotic processing cells; program, calibrate, and troubleshoot spray paths; manage powder preparation and substrate conditioning
Translate R&D setups into repeatable production processes; apply Design of Experiments (DOE) and Statistical Process Control (SPC) to optimize parameters; support integration with machining, heat treatment, and finishing
Conduct in-process quality checks; support metallography, hardness, and microstructure testing; assist with nondestructive inspection (ultrasonic, eddy current, CT); document results for compliance with Quality Management System
Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot equipment, and maintain logs; recommend upgrades and improvements; coordinate consumables and spare parts
Maintain SOPs, safety protocols, and detailed process records; contribute operational data to reports, proposals, and customer deliverables
Work under the Principal Project Engineer and Focus Area Lead; support project engineers, scientists, and cross-disciplinary teams; mentor junior staff and assist with facility tours, demos, and occasional field deployments
Qualification
Required
MS in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Materials Engineering or related field, OR BS/BA with additional state-of-the art equivalent hands-on industrial experience
Minimum 5+ years in advanced manufacturing, coatings, thermal spray, or additive operations
Experience with robotics, CNC, or motion-control systems
Ability to troubleshoot and maintain industrial equipment
Familiarity with DOE/SPC and interpreting engineering drawings/schematics
Direct experience running manufacturing or R&D equipment
Strong understanding of safety protocols related to powders, high-pressure gases, and robotics
Excellent written and verbal communication
Ability to adapt in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
U.S. Citizenship required due to government contract eligibility
Preferred
Hands-on experience with cold spray or other thermal spray systems
Knowledge of additive manufacturing workflows, hybrid/convergent manufacturing, and Design for Additive Manufacturing
Proficiency in CAD/CAM, robotic programming, and motion/path planning
Experience with machining, surface finishing, or thermal post-processing
Familiarity with a broad range of metals (Al, Ti, steels, Ni-based alloys, refractory metals)
Knowledge of nondestructive inspection/evaluation techniques and metrology tools
Prior experience in aerospace, defense, energy, or maritime manufacturing; exposure to government R&D or production contracts
Benefits
Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits package
Full benefits package
Company
Triton Systems, Inc.
Triton’s mission is to develop innovative products to solve our customers’ most challenging problems, with a particular focus on the warfigher.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$3.35MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2024-08-26Grant· $1.15M
2024-01-09Grant· $0.2M
2023-05-15Grant· $0.2M
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