Manufacturing Engineer
Leonardo DRS, Inc.•Germantown, MD
•$69,051 - $89,767•Onsite
About The Position
DRS RADA Technologies in Germantown, MD, is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer. This position is full time and on-site. As a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, DRS RADA Technologies delivers proprietary radar solutions and supports legacy avionics systems for defense customers around the world. The company is a recognized pioneer in AESA tactical radar technology, supporting missions such as active military protection, counter-drone operations, critical infrastructure security, and border surveillance.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field
- Experience working in aerospace or defense
- Up to 2 years of relevant engineering experience (internship and co-op experience considered)
- Proficiency in SolidWorks or equivalent 3D CAD software
- Working knowledge of GD&T and the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
- Familiarity with manufacturing processes including machining, sheet metal fabrication, and mechanical assembly
- Experience with or exposure to ERP systems and BOM management
- Strong communication and collaboration skills — comfortable working directly with design engineers and production floor personnel
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Hands-on experience in a production or prototyping environment
- Exposure to electro-mechanical assembly processes
- Familiarity with AS9100 or ISO quality management systems
Responsibilities
- Support Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews on new mechanical assemblies and electro-mechanical systems, providing actionable feedback to design teams early in the development cycle
- Interpret and review engineering drawings and GD&T callouts to ensure producibility and inspection feasibility
- Collaborate with design engineers to develop and document manufacturing processes, work instructions, and assembly procedures for new product introductions
- Assist in prototype and first article builds on the production floor, providing hands-on support and capturing lessons learned
- Maintain and manage BOMs and ERP data to support accurate material planning and configuration control throughout NPI
- Identify opportunities to reduce cost, cycle time, and risk through process improvements and design feedback
- Work with manufacturing teams to establish tooling, fixtures, and process controls required for new product builds
- Support the transition of NPI programs into production, ensuring documentation and process readiness
Benefits
- comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
- employer matching 401(k) retirement plan
- paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave)
- parental leave benefits
- tuition reimbursement
- professional development support
- life and disability insurance coverage
- company contribution to a health savings account
- telemedicine
- legal insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being
- programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement
- flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program
- competitive vacation
- health/emergency leave
- paid parental leave
- community service hours
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
