Senior Process Engineer
Elbit Systems of America · Roanoke, VA · 1 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
Job Summary
Mechanical Engineer focused on root cause analysis and implementing controls for the manufacturing and testing of Night Vision goggles. The role involves applying Six-Sigma tools to eliminate rework, conduct root cause analysis, and implement controls in manufacturing processes.
Responsibilities And Tasks
- Conduct root cause analysis on the product as well as components, create detailed reports with data, and recommend/implement solutions
- Implement process controls to prevent escapes to customers
- Use data analysis techniques to identify gaps and make improvements
- Optimize manufacturing and testing processes/equipment and implement cost reduction opportunities (yield and productivity improvements, waste elimination)
- Daily hands-on floor support to evaluate and process reworks
- Work with and train bargaining unit employees to improve work processes and product quality
Qualifications
- BS in Electrical, Mechanical, Materials Engineering, or equivalent
- 5+ years of failure analysis techniques, data analysis, and problem-solving methodologies
- In-depth knowledge of statistical analysis techniques and SPCE
- Effective communication and documentation skills
- Proficiency with MS Office products such as Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or equivalents
- Ability to handle multiple high priorities
- Collaborate with respect and integrity with all levels in the organization
Preferred Skills
- Prior experience in night vision, thermal, and optics-related fields
- Experience with statistical analysis software; Minitab, JMP
- Six sigma blackbelt certification
- Technical experience in a manufacturing environment handling yield and process improvement work
- Experience writing MS Access queries (linking multiple tables, using If statements or other functions, etc.) or equivalent programming understanding