Manufacturing Engineer

Associates Systems LLC
Sparks, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 9/13/2024
Manufacturing Engineer  
Evaluates manufacturing processes applying knowledge of process design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, materials, conferring with equipment vendors and liaising between Manufacturing Operators and Engineering staff.  The Manufacturing Engineer will develop procedures, methods, and tools for assembly for RF/Microwave products.  Responsibilities include technical oversight of production processes, commissioning manufacturing equipment, validating testing activities for RF/Microwave products, and analysis of integrated measurement
The Manufacturing Engineer position works collectively with other functional groups including Production, Process Engineering, Design Engineering, Quality, and Customer Service.
  • Exercises process control over fabrication of PCBs and CCAs, exhibiting continuous improvement, using state-of-the-art Manufacturing methodologies.
  • Interfaces with Senior Design Engineers and will contribute conceptual ideas to the development new or modified state-of-the-art, high-density PCBs and CCAs.
  • Participates in PCB vendor qualification, selection, and management.
    • Expected to travel (as permitted) to vendors for oversight and relationship development.
  • Monitor supplier performance and make recommendations for supplier selection.
  • Research manufacturing processes for sophisticated electronic assemblies and apply knowledge of processes to maximize first-pass yield.
  • Participate in the analysis of supply chain risk.
    • This ensures manufacturing processes are operating according to work instructions, SOP’s and test specifications.
  • Initiate and lead cost savings efforts to identify new practices and procedures.
  • Utilize Lean, 5S, Root Cause, or Value Stream Mapping methodologies to drive process improvements.
  • Analyze manufacturing costs for new and existing products in support of make vs. buy decisions, component costing, and facilities planning.
  • Perform time and motion studies to optimize processes, while creating and maintaining accurate product routings and labor standards.
  • Participate in continuous improvement projects that support the Lean Manufacturing methodology such as scrap reduction and minimizing inefficiency.
  • Support Quality team on investigation and corrective action for product quality issues.
  • Provide board panelization inputs and reviews of bare PCB manufacturing requirements.
  • Set-up and document operational procedures for equipment and special processes.
  • Perform audits to manufacturing processes and work closely with the quality team members.
  • Investigate quality failures and facilitate process improvements to improve first-pass yields.
  • BS with 2~5 years of experience in industry or AAS plus 10 years
  • Must have Intermediate to Advanced MS Excel skill set.
  • MRP (Epicor) 9.0 experience is a plus.
  • Experience with PCB fabrications and Circuit Card Assemblies required.
  • Must have experience with, and knowledge of electronic components.
  • Experience in utilizing best practices in inventory management a plus.
  • Knowledge of manual/automated RF testing & test parameters.
  • Bachelor’s Degree, Quality or Engineering (Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical). Would consider a technical Associates degree with the right combination of experience.

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