General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 20 hours ago
Ground Control Station Manufacturing Engineer
Poway, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$81K/yr - $142K/yr
4+ years expGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a leader in remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance systems. The Ground Control Station Manufacturing Engineer will develop and improve manufacturing processes, ensure quality standards, and coordinate between engineering and manufacturing departments to resolve complex engineering problems.
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Responsibilities
Develop, implement & improve manufacturing processes for the Ground Control Station (GCS) and related ground support equipment, including kitting, assembly, test, inspection and packaging operations
Determine, monitor and analyze key performance indicator metrics – particularly regarding Safety, Quality, Schedule/Delivery and Cost – with improvement opportunities identified and undertaken accordingly, including assessment of the effectiveness of changes implemented
Create and maintain process specifications, work instructions, master routings, work orders and related documentation for manufacturing processes, workmanship standards, handling/packaging, and determine certification requirements for special processes
Ensure all shop personnel have the proper tooling, equipment, processes, documentation and training needed to produce quality parts
Apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, DMAIC, PCDA, 5S, Standard Work, Takt, Value Stream Mapping, Pull System, Manufacturing Flow and similar methodologies for process development, implementation and improvement as applicable and appropriate
Prepare recommendations for capital expenditures in support of manufacturing process improvements or related needs with supporting analysis and rationale as required, and if the expenditure is approved, coordinate for procurement, implementation
Provide evaluation and disposition for non-conformances, including root cause analysis as well as participating in the corrective and preventative action process, contributing improvements for area of responsibility as applicable
Advocate for design for manufacturability, producibility, testability, inspectability, maintainability, serviceability as well as best practices and alignment with production process capability through active participation in engineering design reviews and other collaborate efforts with engineering
Critically review initial release engineering drawings and revision changes for manufacturing readiness (DFM, DFT, DFQ, et al), coordinate with design engineering and others to resolve any issues as necessary, approve the new/revised drawings and implement new processes, documentation, operations, etc as required
Perform liaison function between the manufacturing departments, engineering, and supplier network
Work with Design Engineering on new product development, testing and prototyping and introduction/launch in production
Develops and implements practical and effective technical solutions to a broad range of complex manufacturing problems
May represent the organization as a technical contact, including participation in the customer milestone completion, acceptance process, and other venues as well as engagement with suppliers
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; four or more years of experience with a bachelors degree or two or more years of experience with a masters degree. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education
Must have a complete understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts; and, expanding knowledge of principles, concepts, theory, and practices in related technical specialties
Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly; apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and, determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems
Must have excellent communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to perform complex tasks in one engineering area; and, lead a team of less experienced professional employees on semi-routine tasks
Able to work extended hours as required
Preferred
A Professional Engineering License is desirable
Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security clearance is desired
Company
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems
At General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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Late StageTotal Funding
$6.76MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2023-08-14Grant
2023-05-09Grant
2022-09-19Grant
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