Cable Manufacturing Process Writer

About the role

Leidos’ Defense Systems Electronics Manufacturing Facility is seeking a Cable Manufacturing Process Writer to join their team. This position is part of the engineering team located in Huntsville, AL. The ideal candidate will be part of a diverse and talented team dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for complex problems.

Responsibilities

• Create simple, clear, robust, error-proof, and repeatable assembly work instructions for technicians using a Manufacturing Execution System (MES) such as Solumina or Aegis Factory Logix.
• Work closely with quality to ensure all criteria is met regarding material traceability, tool identification management, etc., within MES work instructions.
• Support the implementation of engineering change notices (ECNs) and variations into New and Existing process instructions.
• Understand and support the review of Bill of Materials (BOM), assembly drawings, and assembly instructions.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities in support of developing procedures/work instructions that will lead to follow-on production.
• Work closely with the Manufacturing Engineering team to create standardized process plans and capture accurate engineering standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED with 2-4 years of relevant work experience.
• Ability to interpret cable assembly drawings to meet customer requirements.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes, specifically related to cable assemblies, but also printed circuit board assembly.
• Understanding of tooling calibration requirements and material shelf life requirements.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Organized, flexible, and multi-talented, able to maintain a positive attitude while managing multiple tasks.
• Experience with a Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and software that maintains bills of materials, product routings, and production data.
• Experience working with standards and implementation of standards across cross-functional teams.
• Resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama, AL area.
• US Citizen and able to obtain/maintain a final secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or Mathematics from an accredited university, with at least 2 years of applicable manufacturing experience.
• Experience with Solumina MES software or other MES software.
• Certifications in J-STD-001, IPC/WHAA-A-620, IPC-A-610.
• Experience with Costpoint Material Planning software.
• Experience with Windchill PLM engineering design data management software.
• Lean Manufacturing Principles and Application.
• Military and Aerospace assembly techniques.