Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Manufacturing Engineering Manager

The Manufacturing Engineering Manager for the Orlando operations team will oversee the manufacturing engineering team responsible for developing and maintaining production processes for space qualified laser-based electro-optical subsystems. Our team is responsible for delivering high-quality products on time, while controlling costs and meeting program objectives. As a key member of our leadership team, you will directly impact our business performance by ensuring efficient, high-quality production operations who can balance multiple priorities, foster team collaboration, cultivate a high-performance culture and continuously improve our production processes. Your expertise and decision-making will be instrumental in driving our company's success. This position requires expertise in aerospace engineering, manufacturing processes, and effective project management to deliver high-quality spacecraft subsystems efficiently and cost-effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction in the development of strategic initiatives
• Implement process capability monitoring and improvement, to include the use of statistical process control
• Provide direction in problem solving, product or process characterization, process efficiency improvements and continuous improvement activities
• Drive optimization of products for improved manufacturability, cycle time and cost reductions
• Ensure Design for Manufacturing (DFM) is incorporated into future products
• Work with engineering to negotiate product specifications and acceptance criteria
• Responsible for all aspects of the manufacturing engineering budgets, schedules and resource planning
• Serve as manufacturing and producibility authority
• Apply engineering skills to optimize value stream and resolve constraints
• Enhance product producibility through cross-functional collaboration
• Create formal manufacturing documentation from design requirements
• Drive data-driven process improvements and innovative solutions
• Support new product introductions and accelerate time to market
• Provide technical input on engineering designs and changes to improve cost, efficiency, and quality
• Drive and support AS9100 initiatives and quality objectives

Qualifications

Required : Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience. Minimum 5 years of experience managing complex DOD production projects with prior leadership experience in operations, engineering, manufacturing, program management or similar. Expert in writing technical specifications or manufacturing work instructions and reading engineering drawings and understanding GD&T. Expert in electro-optical design for manufacturability. Proven experience leading a team of highly skilled manufacturing engineers. Developed manufacturing labor and material proposals in compliance to DFAR regulations. Ability to lead all team members through the process of solving manufacturing engineering issues. Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems for assembly and test. Proven ability to prepare and present Manufacturing & Test Readiness Reviews. Performed capacity planning for product lines. Thorough understanding of high volume electro-optical manufacturing and test concepts including the proven ability to effectively introduce improvement changes to the production and test line. Knowledgeable in AS9100. Proven technical acumen in the manufacture, test and integration of complex product technologies and systems. Proven experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies. Experience in the development of new product from concept to production.

Desired : 10+ years of experience in a similar leadership position. Solidworks experience. Cross-functional experience working across Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, Factory and Program Operations. Knowledge of enterprise resource planning (ERP).

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity. At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust. CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth. Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours. Learn more about CACI here.

Pay Range : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.