Manufacturing Engineer 4

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)Must have at least 6 years of related work experience Excellent verbal and written communication, including public speaking. Organizational/Multi-tasking skills that enhance value stream flow and ensure product value streams are effective at meeting customer and company goals. Team building skills - develop relationships across value stream and enabling department resources to effectively manage product value stream. Candidate must be able to thrive in a team environment, work independently, and embrace continuous improvement.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: This position will be responsible for mechanical component manufacture assembly and integration into rocket engine and power systems products. Responsibilities include designing and planning of layout component fabrication, assembly and material handling, planning of sequence of operations, and specification procedures. The scope of responsibility will be for several mechanical components or as a process engineer supporting new and developing process that could be utilized on all programs within AR, with the potential to acquire greater responsibility as performance and experience dictate. The manufacturing engineer work is performed with general oversight. May manage large projects or processes that are both inside and outside of immediate job area. Typically responsible for providing guidance, coaching and training to other employees. Typically responsible for managing complex projects at this level, involving delegation of work and review of work products. The manufacturing engineer communicates within and outside of own function or business area and has responsibility for communicating with parties external to the organization (e.g., customers, vendors, etc.) when necessary. Explains, interprets, and gains cooperation on policies, procedures and practices. The manufacturing engineer work consists of making moderate to substantial improvement or enhancements to systems and processes to improve performance of job area. Opportunities for problem solving and innovation are complex and may require comprehensive information gathering, analysis and investigation to understand the problem. Problems typically involve consideration of multiple issues, job areas or specialties. Problems are generally solved through creative solutions, drawing from prior experience and in-depth analysis of issues. The manufacturing engineer works to achieve operational targets with direct impact on the departmental results. Contributes to the development of goals for the department and planning efforts (budgets, operational plans, etc.). Developing/Designing Manufacturing Hardware processes and Review Engineering Drawings: The candidate will utilize design and business software (ProE, CATIA, and/or other similar CAD/virtual manufacturing tools/software, MS Office applications such as Word, Excel) to develop, design, review and fabricate hardware in support of the Operation and enabling support processes, and Engineering customer. Developing and Implementing Manufacturing Fabrication and Assembly Processes and Systems. The candidate will develop and implement the process of precision turning operation and welding of complex configurations on a wide range of material types which will include the following: Determining tooling requirements to safely facilitate optimum positioning of surfaces for machining, cleaning, packaging and protection for the milling process, support and maintain dimensional requirements, determine machine loading, setups, hardware handling instructions and scheduling. REQUIRED EDUCATIONAccredited Bachelor's Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. WORK HOURSFull-Time 9/80 work schedule 1st Shift ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONApplicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information. Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date. Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please. For more information, please apply or contact: Kristie Hardage 800.927.9318 x 251khardage@chiptonross.com Chipton-Ross provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State or local law. This policy governs all areas of employment at Chipton-Ross, including recruiting, hiring, training, assignment, promotions, compensation, benefits, discipline, and terminations.