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Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.\nResponsibilities for this Position\nWhile showing initiative, you’ll coordinate and perform cross functional tasks in support of the operations/manufacturing organization. The Manufacturing Engineer will develop strong communications with internal teams to estimate manufacturing costs, determine time standards and make recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing product lines. We continually seek ways to develop and improve manufacturing methods, utilizing our team’s knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards.\nPrimary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:\nProvide daily on-the-floor technical support working closely with Cell Leads, Supervisors, and fellow Engineers\nProvide technical guidance to troubleshoot and remediate problems with existing production processes to ensure throughput\nDevelop and update existing manufacturing processes. Determine in-process testing and product final inspection requirements\nWrite process deviation and rework instructions as required.\nResponsible for creating and maintaining key process documentation such as Work Instructions, Workbooks, Routings, among others. Support the development of process documentation for new product(s) and changes to existing product(s)\nIdentify and improve the results of manufacturing and operational processes to improve efficiencies, reduce cost and increase customer satisfaction\nParticipate in the development and analysis of processes, tooling, and effective manufacturing concepts of basic to complex electromechanical devices\nEngage in Production Readiness activities. Conduct reviews to ensure that the documentation, production processes, test methods, production specifications, tooling and training are in place to support a controlled production environment\nResponsible for improving manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout\nDevelop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards\nResponsible for the creation of label templates in Brady Workstation or equivalent software\nAnalyze new designs for manufacturability; collaborate to improve product design related to enable process\nPromote clear process communication and support training of assembly and fabrication personnel\nProvide critical input, analysis, support, and approval on engineering documentation; participate in design reviews\nDevelop expertise in all GDMS products, their design details, product structure (BOM), manufacturing processes, and associated risks\nProvide input on capital equipment purchases including tools and software\nMay need to work long hours when necessary to complete time sensitive projects\nWhat you’ll experience:\nTechnologies that aren’t just top-notch, they’re often top-secret \nA team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what’s next \nOpportunities to gain new knowledge - as it’s discovered \nWhat you bring to the table:\nBachelor’s degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field.\nClear understanding of manufacturing engineering concepts, principles, and theories\nClear understanding of company policies and practices\nClear understanding with manufacturing processes and electrical/mechanical components, systems and applications\nClear understanding of MS Office Software\nMechanical knowledge and aptitude to analyze and troubleshoot abnormal operation conditions on equipment, devices, fixtures, among others\nAbility to clearly recognize and report information relevant to sound manufacturing engineering design\nWhat sets you apart:\nCreative thinking with the ability to multi-task\nCommitment to ongoing professional development \nTeam player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success\nIdentifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation\nWorkplace Options :\nThis position is fully on-site where you will be part of the Pittsfield, Massachusetts Manufacturing team.\nSalary Note\nThis estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.Combined Salary Range\nUSD $76,516.00 - USD $84,885.00 /Yr.Company Overview\nGeneral Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. 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