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In this role, you will be responsible for the development of manufacturing processes, automation and new USV’s launch into a lean manufacturing environment.\nYou will bring manufacturing engineering and composites experience to lead development of critical processes to create high-quality, innovative USV’s. If you have excellent attention to detail, a passion for innovation, boat building experience or equivalent, high commitment to safety and quality, enjoy working with teams and desire to produce the best products for our customers’ mission, we encourage you to apply!\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\nDevelop new manufacturing processes that include infusion processes, finishing processes, automation integration, assembly and manufacturing flow improvements. Engineer the solutions and then implement training, SOP’s, Tools, fixturing, facility changes, equipment startups, etc.\nCreate, maintain, and report out on project charters and timelines.\nWork in conjunction with product engineering to launch new products.Design and implement tests and experiments for product and process development projects.\nComposite Materials Kits - Develop, maintain, and improve composite material digital patterns including for fiberglass, carbon, foam core and structural reinforcements.\nManufacturing Documentation - Develop and update manufacturing documentation to be used by Production (i.e. - lamination schedules, core and reinforcement layouts, process work instructions, quality management system, etc.).\nManufacturing Tools - Identify and develop tools (ex: jigs and fixtures) for increased productivity or reduction of non-value-added costs. Ability to construct jigs, fixtures and right sized tooling.\nBill of Materials - Coordinate BOM development and changes to improve accuracy, develop kits, etc.\nBill of Labor - Develop labor costing for new products during Product Development timeframe and for existing products as a result of any ECN driven changes.\n\nSafety:Personally lead by example by adhering to all safety policies and procedures to ensure the safety of you and your team.\nEnsure proper PPE, tools, equipment, and material handling equipment is used correctly.\nMaintain a clean, organized, and safe environment.\nBe an active safety committee member, leading safety improvements and training.\nManage all material handling and chemical storage processes. \n\n Quality / Continuous ImprovementLead efforts to reduce direct labor and material costs by simplifying lamination, post-finishing and assembly processes, selecting alternative materials, redesigning components, etc.\nEngineering Change Notice (ECN) - Identify, coordinate and implement any engineering changes with all affected shops. Utilize the ECN system to document and communicate defined engineering changes.\nProduction Support - Work with Manufacturing Leaders and Quality Assurance to evaluate and address production issues, both product and process in nature.\nIdentify and report any discrepancies, malfunctions, or quality issues to manager or manufacturing engineers.\nBe a part of new model design reviews and prototyping of new products and processes.\n\nAdhere to all company quality procedures.\nRequired Qualifications\nManufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering Degree.\n3-5 years’ experience manufacturing engineering, with experience in composites highly preferred\nCADD skills and experience - Solidworks and Rhino are preferred.\nDesign of experiments experience\nFamiliarity with OSHA and other manufacturing management practices.\nStrong understanding of ISO-lean manufacturing practices.\nStrong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work safely.\nAbility to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced production environment.\nConfident computer skills to use Microsoft solutions and ERP systems.\nExcellent communication and teamwork skills.\nPhysical Requirements and Working Conditions\nMust be able to walk, stand, and navigate large indoor and outdoor facilities for extended periods of time.\nAbility to lift, carry, and move materials and equipment weighing up to 25 lbs on a regular basis.\nUse of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required in designated areas or when performing specific tasks, in accordance with safety protocols and company policy.\nMay be required to climb ladders, stoop, kneel, or crouch during assembly processes.\nRegular exposure to facility operations including noise, dust, temperature fluctuations, and industrial equipment.\nOccasional off-hours or weekend work required for emergency facility responses or projects as needed.\nBackground Check\nThis position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with a criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal and state law.\nEEO and ITAR/EAR Work Authorization Disclosure\nRed Cat Holdings provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). 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