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Triton Systems, Inc. · 3 months ago

Manufacturing Systems Operations Engineer

Chelmsford,MA,US

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Triton Systems, Inc. combines over 30 years of experience with innovation in product development and R&D. The Manufacturing Systems Operations Engineer will bridge R&D and production, focusing on operating advanced cold spray systems, optimizing processes, and ensuring quality assurance in manufacturing.

Advanced MaterialsManufacturingProduct Design

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

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

Cold Spray SystemsRobotic ProgrammingProcess DevelopmentStatistical Process ControlDesign of ExperimentsCNC SystemsAdditive ManufacturingCommunicationProblem-Solving SkillsOrganizational Skills

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