Manufacturing Engineer

Redwire · Goleta, CA · 3 wk ago

On-siteEngineering$90k–$120k/yrFull-time

Responsibilities

Set up production lines, including layout optimization, capacity planning, work instructions, tooling, and equipment
Lead production planning and execution activities for assigned programs
Ensure all manufacturing procedures comply with safety and environmental regulations
Identify and implement best practices, process improvements, and KPI-driven performance initiatives
Train staff in new and existing manufacturing procedures
Act as a lead for technicians and junior manufacturing engineers
Anticipate production challenges, develop mitigation plans, and resolve issues with minimal direction
Develop and maintain technical documentation including activity reports, project plans, test procedures, and work instructions
Investigate and resolve non-conformances; write rework instructions and dispositions
Work closely with Quality Assurance to resolve issues and prevent recurrence
Provide manufacturability feedback and requirements for Ground Support Equipment (GSE) and specialized tooling
Support design reviews, configuration control processes, and production readiness reviews

Requirements

B.S. in Manufacturing Engineering or a related engineering discipline with 2–4 years of relevant experience
Minimum of 2 years in a manufacturing engineering or production support role
Experience with RCCA methodology
Background or strong understanding of GSE and tooling design
Strong technical writing and communication skills
Ability to develop and implement solutions to technical problems of moderate to high complexity
Project management skills and the ability to work to schedule and budget commitments
Proficiency with SolidWorks
Ability to travel 10–15% (mostly local, occasional overnight)
US Citizen or Green Card holder (Visa sponsorship not available)

Qualifications

B.S. in Manufacturing Engineering or a related engineering discipline with 2–4 years of relevant experience
Minimum of 2 years in a manufacturing engineering or production support role
Experience with RCCA methodology
Background or strong understanding of GSE and tooling design
Strong technical writing and communication skills
Ability to develop and implement solutions to technical problems of moderate to high complexity
Project management skills and the ability to work to schedule and budget commitments
Proficiency with SolidWorks
Ability to travel 10–15% (mostly local, occasional overnight)
US Citizen or Green Card holder (Visa sponsorship not available)

Skills

Familiarity with GD&T (ASME Y14.5)
Experience working with solar arrays or aerospace structures
Proficiency with Visio and MS Project
Experience with lean manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives
Exposure to PLM/MES systems

Benefits

Pay Range: $90,000 - $120,000/yr.

Note that some positions will also require US citizenship or ability to obtain a security clearance due to requirements of a classified program.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

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All offers of employment at Redwire are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check and your ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the US.