Sr Manufacturing Engineer​/CMM Programmer at Andover, MA

Position: Hiring for Sr Manufacturing Engineer / CMM Programmer at Andover, MA 01810
Title:
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Duration: 6+ months contract
Location:
Andover, MA 01810
Pay Range: $70.00 - $79.00/hr on w2

Responsibilities:

• Manufacturing Engineers learn production operations and the manufacturing discipline in a controlled environment.
• They develop manufacturing engineering skills, an understanding of manufacturing (cost, quality, safety, and schedule), and Client systems and tools.
• MEs build technical depth in manufacturing processes and are accountable for improvement and optimization.
• Primary responsibilities include developing the comprehensive manufacturing process for 3D metal parts for various radar, integrated sensor, and effector programs.
• The candidate will create, test, and upgrade Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) programs, develop and document fixturing and setups for CMM inspection, and create inspection plans.
• They will also assess process failures, disposition non-conforming hardware, and create and execute robust Root Cause/Corrective Action plans to permanently solve problems.
• This position requires close cooperation with the Operations team and other engineering disciplines.
• The desired candidate will possess excellent communication skills and be capable of working in a dynamic team environment.

Responsibilities to Anticipate:
Translate engineering design requirements into formal manufacturing process documentation including CMM programming, inspection planning, finishing requirements, and assembly instructions
Support process improvements using data analysis, application of best practices, engaging with production personnel, and implementing innovative solutions to improve process capability and decrease cost
Design, control, and improve the manufacturing process through collaboration with a multi-disciplined team
Self-manage workload to support existing production, perform non-recurring engineering work for new products, and drive improvement projects to completion.
Communicate effectively with Engineering and Operations leaders in department to ensure schedule needs are met and where any barriers to progress exist.
Perform process development on new product introductions with an accelerated time to market
Support continuous improvement initiatives and document standard methodologies and standard work for CMM and manual inspection operations
Review metrology and statistical process control (SPC) data to identify and address potential defects before they occur
Troubleshoot manufacturing issues alongside Quality and Operations personnel and apply CORE/6-sigma methods to determine Root Cause and apply Corrective Actions

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering

• 5+ years of relevant experience in a similar field

• Knowledge of CMM programming and workpiece holding and manual inspection methodology

• 5+ years correctly interpreting engineering drawings, including ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensions and Tolerances as well as typical government and industry specifications

Qualifications We Value:

• CMM programming experience for complex work pieces typically requiring 4+ axis machining centers

• Demonstrated working knowledge of Creo CAD Software

• Process familiarity with paint, plating, and structural assembly

• Results-oriented focus on past projects to evaluate success

• Demonstrated hands-on mechanical aptitude

• Strong organization skills with ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

• Ability to work individually to support team/department success

• Excellent written, verbal, visual, and graphical communication skills

• Possess excellent judgment and professional maturity

• Knowledge and ability to apply CORE principles and technique.

Working Environments:
This position involves direct support of manufacturing activities and requires spending time in and around factory areas.