Manufacturing Engineer II

Overview

The Manufacturing Engineer II designs and operates the manufacturing systems for Aero Vironment's Unmanned Air Vehicles. In this role, the Manufacturing Engineer selects the best technologies and processes for manufacturing, planning and designing the factory, and managing the maintenance and continuous improvement of the manufacturing process. Strong knowledge in manufacturing production processes is required, including creating and monitoring automated systems and new technology development.

The role defines, maintains, and supports manufacturing processes utilized in the manufacture of Small Unmanned Air Vehicles.

• Creates and manages equipment specifications and equipment documentation for development, qualification and support of assembly and test equipment for production.
• Implements Lean Manufacturing principles and applies Six Sigma methodology to achieve continuous improvement in productivity, quality, and lead time.
• Generates Value Stream Maps to reduce cycle time, waste, variation, and low production yields.
• Works on Manufacturing Strategies and capacity models for new and current products, including estimation and maintenance of capital requisitions.
• Generates new and reviews existing work instructions, assembly procedures and supporting documentation controlling the manufacturing process.
• Cost estimating of new tooling and fixtures required to support production floor.
• Leads Make/Buy analysis on assemblies with cross-functional team.
• Performs Design for Manufacturing, cost, and reliability analysis on new products with the design engineering team.
• Works with suppliers and contract manufacturers to ensure receipt of conforming parts and assemblies.
• Addresses problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical or similar field or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Minimum of 5 - 8 years of experience in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, Test Engineering or similar field in Aerospace, Automotive, or Commercial industries.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma Methodology.
• Experience with electro-mechanical manufacturing, drawings, procedures and Bill of Materials.
• Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, Access, Project), Mini Tab, Oracle, Agile, and CAD programs (Solid Works preferred).
• Occasional travel to supplier sites (up to 30%).

• Advanced degree preferred.
• Specific experience with sheet metal fabrication, plastics, composite layups, printed circuit board assembly, mechanical assembly, calibration and testing processes is desired.
• Organizational planning, communication (oral and written), time management, conflict management, ability to manage stress, meet deadlines and work independently.
• Demonstrates competency as a problem solver familiar with root cause analysis techniques.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with cross-functional teams.
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives; takes ownership of current and past work products; committed to learning from mistakes and improving performance.
• Demonstrates effective time management, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills; excels at teamwork, collaboration and prioritizing team success.

• Office environment (Constant).
• Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent).

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Occasionally may be required to travel internationally and within the Continental U.S.
• Clearance Level: No Clearance.

The salary range for this role is: $82,000 - $116,025. Aero Vironment offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our benefits, please visit:  Additional information about our company can be found at

We are an equal opportunity employer. Aero Vironment, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. ITAR/U.S. Citizenship requirements apply as described. This position may be subject to export controls under ITAR and EAR.