Manufacturing Engineer I or II

This is an on-site position at our Lynnwood, WA location.

About Crane

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Located in the epicenter of United States aviation manufacturing, our Lynnwood, Wash., facility delivers industry-leading aerospace & defense power and fluid solutions. Our products are rugged enough to fly 5 billion miles from Earth on NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft. You’ll join a group of aerospace professionals committed to engineering excellence and work in a community tucked between the idyllic Puget Sound and Cascade Mountains.

About the role

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will perform independent projects to develop and recommend improvements in the Manufacturing system and in product manufacturability and cost effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Study, analyze and design methods, procedures, processes, layouts, flow, fixtures and tooling as needed to support production
• Investigate, recommend, and implement manufacturing cost reduction and product improvement programs
• Identify root cause and corrective actions for manufacturing problems
• Participate in customer specification and statement of work reviews
• Participate in the review and evaluation of new product designs or design changes
• Review and analyze design change requests initiated by manufacturing personnel to determine feasibility, validity, savings, effect on design, and to verify justification for change
• Evaluate, test and select facilities, equipment and materials required for production in conjunction with Production Supervisors, Purchasing and other groups
• Perform a variety of cost analyses, e.g., cost estimates for quotations or "make or buy" decisions
• Develop manufacturing operating instructions
• Develop and track manufacturing metrics to monitor the health of processes
• Evaluate non-conformances as part of the Material Review Board
• Direct work activities of production operators to aid in problem solving
• Develop procedures and train assemblers and operators in machine operations, processes or assembly applications
• Coordinate with vendors and customers
• Identify and prioritize work with limited input from manager
• Develop ROI or business case and present to management in the support of capital equipment, new product or process development and productivity improvements

Requirements

• BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Material science, or related field
• Practical application of the theories of modern production principles and methods as applied to a high technology design and manufacturing operation
• Knowledge of material characteristics and processing, chemicals, basic concepts of: electrical systems, mechanical systems, fluids, and heat transfer
• Experience with CAD software
• Effectively communicate with employees at all levels of the organization
• This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Only US Persons will be considered

Experience

• Level I: 0-2 years' experience as a Manufacturing Engineer or intern
• Level II: 2+ years' experience as Manufacturing Engineer

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment

Working Conditions

• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
• Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE
• May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes
• Must be available to work overtime, as needed
• Flexible work schedule to support production

Benefits

• Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month
• 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year
• 401k plan with company match
• Education reimbursement eligible after 6 months of employment

Pay

Level I: $88,000-$101,000; Level II: $100,000-$117,000 Annual USD. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus program.