Dewar Design and Manufacturing Manager

About the role

Join the forefront of innovation and make an impact at Safran Defense & Space, Inc.! Safran Defense & Space Inc. (Safran DSI), headquartered in Arlington, Va., is a leading U.S. aerospace company dedicated to supporting national defense and space missions. As a trusted partner to the U.S. armed forces, government agencies, and commercial sectors, Safran DSI delivers advanced technology solutions through its specialized business units: Assured PNT, Attollo Engineering, Geospatial AI, Optronics, Space Solutions, and Testing & Telemetry. Attollo Engineering is a designer and manufacturer of cutting-edge infrared cameras and laser sensor systems for defense and industrial applications. Leveraging extensive expertise in the electro-optical market, systems design, and packaging, Attollo delivers superior solutions for system integrators, original equipment manufacturers, and custom applications. Their commitment to quality engineering empowers Safran DSI to provide innovative and reliable technology to its partners. If you’re ready to join our mission and serve those who serve, Safran DSI is the perfect place for you to take your career to the next level. Make a real difference and be part of something extraordinary. Apply now and help us build the future of defense and space.

Responsibilities

• Lead dewar design and manufacturing process development, including new designs, design improvements, cost reductions, and production readiness.
• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes from prototype through production, focusing on yield, repeatability, throughput, and cost.
• Lead the design and implementation of production tooling, fixtures, and assembly aids using SolidWorks and coordinate fabrication with internal and external resources.
• Own New Product Introduction (NPI) and manufacturing readiness activities, including prototype builds, first articles, DFM, risk identification, and transition to production.
• Develop and execute process qualification and validation plans, including DOE, process capability, and environmental/qualification testing as appropriate.
• Establish and maintain manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, process flows, assembly and inspection procedures, test procedures, and tooling documentation.
• Provide hands-on manufacturing support and troubleshooting, leading root cause investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Facilities, and external vendors to resolve issues and improve manufacturability.
• Drive improvements in cycle time, manufacturing variability, ergonomics, quality, and overall production efficiency.
• Participate in special projects as assigned
• Supervisory Responsibilities: Manage mechanical engineers in dewar development area
• Provides technical leadership to Manufacturing Engineering Technicians and production technicians during process development activities