Manufacturing Engineer III

Overview

Join to apply for the Manufacturing Engineer III role at Crane Company . Crane Aerospace & Electronics is a leading supplier of mission-critical RF, microwave, and millimeter-wave components and subsystems for defense, aerospace, and space platforms. From deep-space satellite payloads to electronic warfare systems and secure communications, our Microwave Solutions division plays a vital role in powering innovation where performance matters most.

We are seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer III to join our dynamic team in Chandler, AZ. This is an opportunity to drive manufacturing excellence for highly complex RF and microwave products in a high-mix, low-volume environment supporting next-generation defense and space technologies.

What You'll Do

• Lead cross-functional initiatives focused on manufacturing process optimization, cost reduction, and product improvement across our advanced RF / microwave product lines
• Analyze and design manufacturing methods, process flows, tooling, and layout to support efficient production of highly specialized hardware
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for yield, quality, and assembly issues in high-reliability microwave product manufacturing
• Participate in DFM reviews for new designs and design changes; provide technical feedback to improve manufacturability and throughput
• Drive improvements in manufacturability for RF / microwave integrated assemblies (IMAs), frequency control devices, up / down converters, filters, and synthesizers
• Develop and maintain detailed manufacturing instructions, routings, and procedures aligned with quality and regulatory requirements
• Mentor junior engineers and act as a technical leader in support of production and engineering teams
• Conduct cost analysis, ROI calculations, and make / buy decisions to support capital investments and business case evaluations
• Serve as a key contributor in cross-functional Material Review Board (MRB) and new product introduction (NPI) teams
• Interface with internal teams, external vendors, and customers to resolve technical manufacturing challenges and enable delivery

What You'll Bring

Preferred Qualifications

Why Crane Microwave Solutions?

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Apply now to help us advance the next generation of RF and microwave technologies from concept to mission deployment.

Top Benefits

Crane is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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