Manufacturing Engineer

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose.

We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

QinetiQ US is looking to hire an Associate Manufacturing Engineer to help sustain and improve QinetiQ US’s manufacturing processes, assist in the design of work cell layouts, review equipment and test fixtures used in production to improve throughput and reduce cycle times, as well as help troubleshoot manufacturing issues that affect production and delivery targets. The Manufacturing Engineering position will cover a broad range of support activities which include initiating, proposing, planning and sustaining daily operations.

Additionally you will implement tasks required for non-routine service contracts and the repair of replacement spares.

The range of products supported by Manufacturing Engineering, and the Manufacturing Operations Teams include:

• Maritime Systems
• Unmanned Robots and Vehicles
• Warfighter and Vehicle Protection

• Supports daily manufacturing floor operations for Survivability product lines, responding to production needs and providing hands‑on problem solving.
• Assists with modifying and creating cutter/laser cut files, repairing equipment, and operating lasers and mechanical cutting systems as required.
• Performs ballistic analysis activities, including understanding armor solution design, threat relationships, and material behavior under ballistic loads.
• Fabricates ballistic test panels, applying knowledge of material properties, autoclave processing, lamination press operation, vacuum‑bagging techniques, and complex layup sequences.
• Manages cutter/laser file creation, sequencing, and optimization for production efficiency and quality performance.
• Applies proper bonding and lamination methods to ensure consistent, repeatable fabrication results.
• Develops deep understanding of available material properties to support ballistic application requirements and solution development.
• Performs mechanical data testing (Instron) and conducts data evaluation aligned with ASTM standards.
• Utilizes CAD tools for new product development, design modifications, and creating/maintaining production documentation.
• Supports product activities including quoting, generating supplier cut‑sheets, coordinating with suppliers, end users, and Navy personnel, and ensuring compliance with applicable Navy…