Manufacturing Engineer 1

Mechanical Production Engineer

We are a high-paced and agile manufacturing organization that is growing rapidly. We are searching for a multi-faceted production and manufacturing engineer who understands formal manufacturing environments and is able to focus on the key elements that will take us to the next level. This role is broad from shaping our MRP system to evolving material and production management systems to planning production.

Essential Functions

• Supports the evaluation of existing manufacturing processes to improve them, working broadly from supply chain to business systems to help things run smoothly.
• Assists with developing manufacturing processes by studying product requirements, researching testing methods, and conferring with equipment vendors.
• Improves manufacturing efficiency by assisting with analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
• Assures product and process quality by designing and implementing testing methods where required.
• Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs.
• Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Provides manufacturing engineering information by answering questions and requests.
• Maintains product and company reputation by complying with government regulations.
• Keeps equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services.
• Maintains product and process database by writing computer programs and entering data.
• Completes design and development projects by training and guiding technicians.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Standard Essential Functions

• Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis.
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
• Embodies AEVEX's cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Qualifications and Competencies

• General understanding of CAD/CAM software and manufacturing simulation tools.
• Ability to interoperate and explain mechanical and electrical drawings to production technicians.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to be flexible in various work scenarios to adjust priorities needed to meet evolving requirements and challenges.
• Demonstrative ability to be proactive and take initiative during day to day tasks.
• Ability to work independently, confidently making decisions to guide others towards project goals.
• Ability to work efficiently in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey ideas, provide guidance and collaborate with other team members.

Education / Certifications

• Bachelor of Science in engineering or related field required.

Experience

• Minimum of 0-3 years of experience in the industry.
• Defense manufacturing is a plus.
• Experience with an MRP system is a plus.
• Experience working with contract manufacturing is a plus.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:

• Frequently required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment.
• Occasionally required to stand for extended periods of time.
• Occasionally required to lift up to 15 pounds.

For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.

Security Clearance

• Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.

About AEVEX

AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia. AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.