Manufacturing Engineer I or II

Manufacturing Engineer I-II

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. Located in the epicenter of United States aviation manufacturing, our Lynnwood, Wash., facility delivers industry-leading aerospace & defense power and fluid solutions. You'll join a group of aerospace professionals committed to engineering excellence and work in a community tucked between the idyllic Puget Sound and Cascade Mountains.

Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will perform independent projects to develop and recommend improvements in the Manufacturing system and in product manufacturability and cost effectiveness.

Essential Functions:

• Study, analyze and design methods, procedures, processes, layouts, flow, fixtures and tooling as needed to support production
• Investigate, recommend, and implement manufacturing cost reduction and product improvement programs
• Identify root cause and corrective actions for manufacturing problems
• Participate in customer specification and statement of work reviews
• Participate in the review and evaluation of new product designs or design changes
• Review and analyze design change requests initiated by manufacturing personnel to determine feasibility, validity, savings, effect on design, and to verify justification for change
• Evaluate, test and select facilities, equipment and materials required for production in conjunction with Production Supervisors, Purchasing and other groups
• Perform a variety of cost analyses, e.g., cost estimates for quotations or "make or buy" decisions
• Develop manufacturing operating instructions
• Develop and track manufacturing metrics to monitor the health of processes
• Evaluate non-conformances as part of the Material Review Board
• Direct work activities of production operators to aid in problem solving
• Develop procedures and train assemblers and operators in machine operations, processes or assembly applications
• Coordinate with vendors and customers
• Identify and prioritize work with limited input from manager
• Develop ROI or business case and present to management in the support of capital equipment, new product or process development and productivity improvements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience:
  
  Level I: 0-2 years' experience as a Manufacturing Engineer or intern, Level II: 2+ years' experience as Manufacturing Engineer
• Knowledge:
  Practical application of the theories of modern production principles and methods as applied to a high technology design and manufacturing operation;
  Knowledge of material characteristics and processing, chemicals, basic concepts of: electrical systems, mechanical systems, fluids, and heat transfer. Experience with CAD software.
• Skills/Abilities:
  Effectively communicate with employees at all levels of the organization
• Education/Certification:
  
  BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Material science, or related field
• Eligibility Requirement:
  This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Preferred

Qualification:

• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment

Working Conditions:

• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
• Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE
• May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes
• Must be available to work overtime, as needed
• Flexible work schedule to support production

Top Benefits:

• Benefits:
  Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month
• Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match
• Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment

Salary Range:
Level I: $88,000-$101,000;
Level II: $100,000-$117,000 Annual USD.