Manufacturing Engineer

Seeking a Manufacturing Engineer 2 to support and implement a Lean Manufacturing operational mindset within the Prototype, Manufacturing and Integration (PMI) Division at Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) on-site in Madison, AL.

The Manufacturing Engineer 2 will develop innovative manufacturing solutions and implements optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards; recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods and controls; assists with manufacturing launch for new or revised products and ensures efficient manufacturing operations. This role is instrumental in driving production excellence through manufacturing engineering expertise and operational process development.

This position will require at minimum the ability to obtain & maintain a SECRET clearance from the US Department of War.

We're seeking the following in a Manufacturing Engineer 2:

• Proven track record in manufacturing environment product launches
• Design for Manufacturing (DFM) experience and practice
• Identify manufacturing production cell / plant layout opportunities to determine the optimal layouts and streamline assembly operations to reduce inefficiencies in labor and rework
• Experience evaluating manufacturing constraints, capacity, and required resources across the production environment
• Experience identifying and implementing operational metrics and Lean Manufacturing concepts to reduce cost of goods sold (COGS)
• Ability to develop concept of operations (CONOPs) that define the build sequence, workflow, and optimize production
• Production documentation (production flow diagram, work instructions, FMEAs and control plans) creation experience
• Experience using SOLIDWORKS CAD software
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving manufacturing issues to ensure smooth production operations
• Excellent verbal and written skills needed
• Independently determine and develop approach to solutions
• Be physically capable of wearing all required personal protective equipment to include, but not limited to safety glasses, respirator, safety shoes, hearing protection and hand protection as required
• Ability to perform work which requires sitting, sitting for long periods of time, pushing, pulling, standing, standing for long periods of time, reaching, grasping, bending, climbing, stooping, hold and move items with hand(s), multilimbed coordination, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, vision for close and distance and must be able to lift up to 50lbs individually, 50lbs or more with assistance
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and 5+ years relevant work experience;
  OR In lieu of a degree, a H.S. diploma and 9+ years’ experience as Manufacturing Engineer in a DoW manufacturing field

Wish List/Nice if You have:

• Active / current SECRET Clearance from the US Department of Defense
• Lean Manufacturing or Quality Certifications
• Familiarity with defense manufacturing industry
• Experience with ERP – Deltek Costpoint
• Solidworks PDM

Who is ARA?

Applied Research Associates, Inc. is an employee-owned international research and engineering company recognized for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. The company, founded in Albuquerque, NM, in 1979, currently employs over 2,200 employee-owners and continues to grow. ARA offices throughout the United States and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense technologies, civil technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement.

The corporation also provides sophisticated technical products for environmental site characterization, pavement analysis, and robotics.

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ARA offers competitive benefits that address our employees’ needs now and in the future.
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Qualifications Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Value-Based Lean Six Sigma

Adv Manufacturing

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