Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description:

We have a current opportunity for a Contract, Manufacturing Engineer (willing to consider all levels) for a period of up to 6 months, located in Littleton, CO. In this role you will be supporting development, production, quality, and continuous improvement efforts relating to the manufacturing of space hardware (cameras, cables & harnesses, electrical boxes, power distribution systems, etc.).

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, maintain, and improve manufacturing processes for a variety of space flight hardware products.
Complete readiness assessments and ensure the successful new product launches into production.
Develop and maintain production documentation (work instructions, test procedures, etc.)
Support quality and continuous improvement through root cause analysis and the implementation of effective corrective and preventative actions (including repair and rework).
Establish methods to overcome production process challenges.
Multi-tasking and active engagement in the production environment.
Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively to execute tasks under general direction.
Maintain process equipment needed to manufacture products.
Ensure processes and procedures comply with industry standards.
Identify risks to production and implement mitigation plans.
Assists production personnel with troubleshooting and guidance resolving everyday issues.
Participate in daily standup meetings to ensure daily goals are met as needed.
Perform other duties as necessary.

Ideal Experience

B.S. in STEM or other related discipline.
Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing environments (preferably Aerospace, Defense or Space).
Experience providing manufacturing floor support.
Experience reading and understanding technical documents.
Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams.
Experience with new product introduction and transition to production.
Understanding of technical standards, theories, concepts, and techniques in manufacturing.
US Citizen or US Person as defined by ITAR Regulations

Desired Skills

Solid understanding of printed circuit board assembly, electronic enclosure and wire harness development, manufacture and quality control consistent with IPC standards.
Experience with (drafting/editing releasing) instructions in Epsilon3 (web-based Process & Resource Management tool)
Experience in an AS9100 quality system.
Understanding of lean manufacturing techniques and practices.
Experience building positive relationships, communicating across functional and physical boundaries, managing cost, schedule, quality, and safety.
Experience determining the most efficient sequence of operations by analyzing production costs, process flow charts, and production schedules.
Experience in design for manufacturability, yield improvements, supplier capability assessments, quality control, etc.
Experience in manufacturing execution systems and writing work instructions.
Desire to build a lean manufacturing environment from the ground up.

Compensation: $42 - 72/hour
We look forward to reviewing your application. We encourage everyone to apply - even if every box isn’t checked for what you are looking for or what is required.

PDSINC, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Ident #: 25462

Company Details

PDS Inc

8000 S Chester St
Suite 150
Centennial, Colorado 80112 USA
pdsinc.com/

Overview PDS is one of the leading Information Technology (IT) & Engineering consulting firms in the Western United States. Since 1987, PDS has delivered award winning solutions and resources to our clients across their information technology, engineering...

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Job Info

Location

Littleton, Colorado, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

PDS Inc

8000 S Chester St
Suite 150
Centennial, Colorado 80112 USA
pdsinc.com/