MES Administrator

Leidos•Huntsville, AL

About The Position

Leidos’ Defense Systems Electronics Manufacturing is seeking a Lead MES Administrator to support our Electronics Manufacturing Facility. This is an excellent opportunity for mid-career professionals that are eager to apply their skills in a dynamic and collaborative environment. Leidos Defense Systems Sector / Manufacturing provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions.

Requirements

BS degree in engineering or similar discipline with 8-12 years of experience or Masters with 6-10 years of prior relevant experience. Candidates with associates degree with 10 + years of experience will be considered.
2 + years of experience in MES implementation, with a strong focus on MES Aegis FactoryLogix.
Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, IT systems integration, and enterprise applications (ERP, PLM, MES, SCADA).
U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Expertise in FactoryLogix configuration, customization, and integration.
Proficiency in APIs, databases, and middleware for system integration.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on optimization and troubleshooting.
Excellent communication and leadership skills to guide teams and collaborate with stakeholders.
Ability to develop and deliver training workshops and technical documentation.
Expertise in all modules of FactoryLogix, including NPI, Production, Logistics, Analytics

Responsibilities

Integrate and lead architecture of complex FactoryLogix solutions, ensuring alignment with business requirements, manufacturing processes, and IT infrastructure for new and existing manufacturing environments.
Develop comprehensive technical specifications, design documents, and integration strategies for FactoryLogix implementations.
Identify opportunities for system enhancements, process improvements, and automation within the FactoryLogix ecosystem.
Assist in executing the full lifecycle implementation of FactoryLogix modules.
Configure and customize FactoryLogix to meet specific manufacturing needs, including routings, BOMs, work instructions, quality plans, and data collection.
Integrate FactoryLogix with other enterprise systems (ERP, PLM) using various integration methods (APIs, databases, middleware).
Assist in the development and implementation of inventory tracking systems that talk directly with Aegis FactoryLogix.
Establish and maintain work centers for factory resource planning.
Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams, junior engineers, and stakeholders.
Mentor and train internal teams on FactoryLogix best practices, new features, and troubleshooting.
Lead complex troubleshooting efforts for FactoryLogix-related issues, providing advanced technical support.
Develop and implement proactive monitoring and maintenance strategies for FactoryLogix systems.
Analyze existing FactoryLogix implementations to identify bottlenecks, performance issues, and areas for optimization.
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for FactoryLogix configurations, processes, and integrations.
Establish and enforce best practices for FactoryLogix implementation, administration, and usage.
Provide hands-on support during implementation phases, including blueprinting, prototyping, testing, data migration, go-live, and post-go-live support.
Lead training workshops for end-users and IT teams to ensure smooth adoption and knowledge transfer.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including supply chain, operations, and engineering, to ensure seamless integration of manufacturing systems with other enterprise applications.
Act as the point of contact for the manufacturing team on all FactoryLogix-related topics and participate in relevant meetings/workshops with stakeholders.