Manufacturing (Mechanical) Engineer II - Defense Systems Division

Parker Hannifin • Irvine, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Defense Systems Division is part of the Parker Aerospace Group, located in Irvine, California. Our products are used across military and commercial platforms globally. We specialize in cutting edge thermal management systems and components including fans, pumps and compressors, ammunition handling systems, weapon scoring systems, dynamic pressure sensors, piezoelectric accelerometers, towed targets, reeling machines, and associated telemetry. For over fifty years, we have been a leader in defense products, contributing to the operational success of some of the most advanced military platforms worldwide. As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BSc) in Manufacturing, Mechanical and Industrial Engineering
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years' of related experience and/or training.
• Must have 1-3 years' experience applying lean techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN : U.S. Citizen (no dual citizenship).
• Required to be a team player and respectful.
• Must cooperate with colleagues.
• Should be able to work individually and independently and under time pressure and lack of resources.
• Must be able to travel, if applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Expected to be subject matter expert in one or more of the following discplines: Bonding/Epoxies Thermal Cycling Sensors/Control Systems Machining/Fabrication Processes
• Will be called upon to train others.

Responsibilities

• Identifies, develops and implements continuous improvement in manufacturing processes in the department thru the use of lean techniques.
• Able to review technical drawings and suggest improvements to reduce cost, rework or scrap.
• Utilizes continuous improvement of manufacturing and business processes through the application of lean techniques: Value Stream Mapping, 5S, work cells, pull systems, error-proofing and visual management.
• Analyzes and plans space requirements, and workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
• Collaborates with design engineers concerning product design (DFM) and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
• Designs tooling and fixturing using SolidWorks.
• Works with suppliers to determine product specifications, evaluate processes and capabilities and train on lean techniques.
• Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
• Documents general manufacturing procedures and part-specific work instructions.
• Responsible for BOM coding (make or buy decisions and assign commodity codes).
• May be assigned to assist other departments.
• May require interaction with Customers and Suppliers.
• May be required to travel up to 20%.

Benefits

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level