Lead Manufacturing Engineer

Lead Manufacturing Engineer-Electronics - Defense
- Onsite Position

We have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Santa Clarita, CA!

As our Lead Manufacturing Engineer, you will perform various analyses, design and/or assembly related to manufacturing or industrial engineering projects. You will develop, implement, and maintain methods, operation sequence and processes in the manufacture or fabrication of electrical and mechanical parts, components, sub‑assemblies, and final assemblies for defense applications. You will interface with design engineering in coordinating the release of new products.

You will estimate manufacturing cost, determine time standards, and make recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing product lines. You will also maintain records and reporting systems for coordination of manufacturing operations.

Location:
Santa Clarita, CA - Onsite Position

• Paid Time Off
• 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Referral Program
• Competitive Pay
• Recognition
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Salary Information: $ - $ per year plus bonus

Note:

the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in California. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

• Interfaces with design engineering in coordinating the release of new products and conduct reducibility review of engineering drawings prior to release.
• Performs various operational or methods analyses related to labor standards and reviews product/project flow data, equipment, and labor requirements for use in conducting manufacturing operations, increasing productivity, and reducing production unit cost.
• Assists in the evaluation of engineering changes and/or other specifications requirements and performs as technical liaison with other engineering personnel such as program management, finance, design, quality, procurement, inspection, and production.
• Create and update manufacturing standard procedures defining specific manufacturing processes.
• Establishes manufacturing process flow.
• Create assembly work instructions and rework/repair instructions.
• Create technical training material and provide training to production and engineering staff.

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing/electrical engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 8‑years’ relevant engineering experience.
• Ability to read and understand drawings, electrical schematics, specifications, and MS Office suite or products.
• Knowledge of electronic and mechanical assembly principles.
• Preferred experience in electronics manufacturing.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts and apply to practical situations.
• Ability to solve problems and deal with variables in situations where limited standardization exists.

This position may require exposure to export‑controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export‑controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss‑Wright is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

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If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.