Manufacturing Engineer

SAIC•Bedford, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support a new contract focused on system production for the Department of Defense. The role is part of a production team in a heavy fabrication and manufacturing environment and reports directly to the Production Manager. The engineer develops, implements, and maintains manufacturing methods, processes, and procedures to support quality, efficiency, and compliance. This is a full-time, fully onsite position in Bedford, Indiana. It supports a Department of Defense system production contract and involves collaboration with internal teams and regular interaction with external customers and vendors.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and at least two years of related manufacturing engineering experience; additional training, certifications, and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Experience in a heavy fabrication, welding, mechanical assembly, or electrical assembly environment.
Proficiency with CAD software such as SolidWorks or equivalent.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to provide solutions to technical problems of moderate scope and complexity.
Exceptional attention to detail and a process-driven mindset.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documents.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to interact professionally with external customers and vendors.
Ability to work under general direction, follow established procedures, and exercise sound technical judgment.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance; SAIC may sponsor clearance for the right candidate.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting Department of Defense or government production contracts.
Strong experience setting up and optimizing production processes, including defining and sequencing operations.
Ability to analyze existing production workflows and recommend changes to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
Experience reviewing technical documentation, engineering drawings, and specifications, identifying gaps, and suggesting engineering changes.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain manufacturing methods, operation sequences, and processes for fabricating parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies.
Design operation sequences and specify procedures for fabricating tools and equipment and for other functions that affect product performance.
Support heavy fabrication, welding, mechanical assembly, and electrical assembly operations.
Adapt machine and equipment designs to factory and production conditions.
Estimate manufacturing costs, determine time standards, and recommend tooling and process requirements for new or existing product lines.
Design and recommend efficient plant layouts and equipment arrangements to maximize productivity.
Incorporate inspection and test requirements into production plans.
Inspect machinery, equipment, and tools for efficiency; investigate problems and deficiencies and initiate corrective action.
Develop manufacturing processes applicable to statistical process control.
Ensure processes and procedures comply with applicable regulations and standards.
Maintain records and reporting systems for coordinating manufacturing operations, including the Manufacturing Bill of Materials.
Contribute to project milestones and program schedules.