Process Engineer

Business Unit: Cubic Defense Company Details: When you join DTECH, you become part of a company that creates and delivers technology solutions in defense to help promote mission success and safety for those who serve their nation. Led by our talented teams headquartered in Ashburn VA, DTECH is committed to solving global issues through innovation and service to our customers and partners. Job Details: This Engineering function is responsible for process engineering activities within the organization to ensure that business objectives are met. Ensure all relevant engineering and other technical documentation is accurate, up-to-date, and maintained in the appropriate systems. Role Knowledge and Application Complete knowledge and full understanding of constant process improvement and best practices within this professional discipline. Assesses unusual circumstances and uses sophisticated analytical and problem-solving techniques to identify the root cause. Resolves and assesses a wide range of issues in creative ways and suggests variations in approach. This job is a fully qualified, experienced professional, journey-level position. Complexity and Problem-Solving Works on problems from a simple document mistake or missing detail to a complex root cause study where analysis of information requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Devises solutions based on limited information and precedent and adapts to existing approaches to resolve issues. Uses evaluation, judgment, and interpretation to select the right course of action. Responsibilities Collaborate with the design engineering group to identify potential manufacturing issues early in the product development phase. Work with multi-disciplinary teams to constantly improve our process and documentation. Regularly you will work directly with but, not limited to Project Engineering (schedule), Manufacturing Engineers (assembly documentation), Test Engineers (test procedures), Software Engineers (test automation), Design Engineers (EE, ME, SE), Contract Manufactures (QA, documentation improvement), and production material inventory (material disposition). Develop and implement robust processes and procedures tailored to the specific needs of LRIP and FRP. Actively monitor and analyze production data to identify areas for improvement and optimize manufacturing processes. Use Aras PLM to monitor and review Engineering Change Orders (ECO) as product changes are made. Ensure accuracy and completeness of each ECO processing through our system. Communicate ECO details with LRIP and CMs as needed. Ensure material disposition is clear and all parties act promptly and appropriately. Work closely with Contract Manufacturing sites to ensure adherence to process standards and smooth transition into FRP. Using Atlassian Jira, ensure that design activities are accurate and complete, processes are followed, generate tracking tasks, and follow through to completion. Provide ongoing support and guidance to production teams during the LRIP phase, addressing any issues that may arise. Lead continuous improvement initiatives to drive efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance product delivery throughout the production lifecycle. Qualifications Minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work experience. A strong background in process engineering, with experience in manufacturing environments. Familiarity with product design processes and the ability to collaborate effectively with design engineering teams. Proficiency in process improvement methodologies, such as Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing, delivery by design, delivery by control, and a track record of implementing process improvements. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and identify root causes of issues. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels. Experience working with Contract Manufacturing partners and managing production transitions would be a significant advantage. The description provided above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities and requirements. Duties, responsibilities and requirements may change over time and according to business need. #LI-Hybrid #LI-JM1 Worker Type: Employee Cubic creates and delivers technology solutions in transportation that make people’s lives easier by simplifying their daily journeys, and defense capabilities that help promote mission success and safety for those who serve their nation. Led by our talented teams around the world, Cubic is committed to solving global challenges through innovation and service to our customers and partners. We have a top-tier portfolio of businesses, including Cubic Transportation Systems (CTS) and Cubic Defense (CD). Cubic is dedicated to providing a comprehensive employee benefits program. All regular, full-time and part-time employees (working an average of 20 hours per week) are eligible for benefits that are effective on the first day of employment. Cubic offers medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid disability (company continues full pay and benefits for up to six weeks), life insurance options, critical illness and accident coverages, Flexible Spending Accounts, a pre-paid legal plan, travel accident insurance, an award-winning well-being program which includes an employer-funded lifestyle spending account, up to six weeks of paid parental leave, and a 401k Retirement Plan with a company match. Employees can also take advantage of backup childcare, pet care, pet insurance, virtual tutoring, and a tuition reimbursement program. Many locations follow a 9/80 work schedule with time-off policies to help encourage employees to take time for rest and relaxation. Full-time salaried employees are eligible to participate in Cubic’s flexible time-off arrangement. Part-time and hourly employees accrue paid time-off (PTO)/Sick leave at a rate of 5.23 hours bi-weekly. Lastly, Cubic provides its employees 11 paid holidays throughout the calendar year. With a presence in over 60 countries and more than 5,000 employees worldwide, Cubic is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer. We are committed to ensuring a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, military or veteran status, and any other basis protected by applicable law. For more information on Equal Employment please visit: http://www.cubic.com/Careers/Applicant-Help To learn more, visit Cubic.com. Follow us on LinkedIn!