Product Systems and Manufacturing Engineer

Fuse Integration • San Diego, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Fuse Integration is seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Product Systems & Manufacturing Engineer to be the technical owner for assigned aerospace and defense electronic products throughout their lifecycle. This role encompasses systems engineering, manufacturing engineering, and materials/BOM ownership. The engineer will ensure products are well-defined, manufacturable, supportable, and delivered on time by collaborating with Design Engineering, Test, Supply Chain, Production, Quality, Program Management, and Field Service. This individual will be the primary point of contact for system-level questions, manufacturing readiness, and material availability for their assigned products.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability electronics in roles such as systems engineer, manufacturing engineer, project engineer, or product engineer.
• Demonstrated experience with electronic systems or subsystems (e.g., RF, digital, mixed-signal, embedded systems, or complex electronic box-builds).
• Hands-on experience with NPI and manufacturability of electronic assemblies (PCBAs, cables/harnesses, electro-mechanical assemblies), including DFM/DFA and design reviews.
• Experience leading RCCA activities and implementing corrective and preventive actions using structured methodologies (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone, etc.).
• Experience working with BOMs, ECOs, and configuration control in ERP/MRP and PLM systems.
• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications; familiarity with IPC and relevant aerospace/defense standards (e.g., AS9100).
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally, manage competing priorities, and drive tasks to closure with limited oversight.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of technical documentation and presentations.
• Highly collaborative
• US citizen
• Able to work locally in San Diego

Nice To Haves

• Experience in an AS9100-certified environment and working on DoD or aerospace production programs.
• Background in component engineering, obsolescence management, and alternate component qualification for electronic parts.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement; Green Belt certification is a plus.
• Experience with fielding and sustaining deployed systems, including support to field service and end users.
• Your own unique talents! If you meet some requirements of this position but not 100% of the qualifications outlined above, tell us why you’d be a great fit for this role based on your specific characteristics that align with our values and goals.

Responsibilities

• Own the product Bill of Materials (BOM) structure and configuration from prototype through full-rate production and sustainment.
• Assist with parts sourcing, including evaluation and selection of alternate components based on lead times, cost, performance, and obsolescence issues.
• Help track parts acquisition and production planning in collaboration with Supply Chain, Production Control, and Program Management to ensure material readiness for builds.
• Ensure configuration control, adherence to engineering change orders (ECOs), and proper implementation of BOM and documentation changes in the ERP/MES and PLM systems.
• Support obsolescence management for critical components and drive redesign proposals or alternates when required.
• Coordinate closely with production and quality teams to support system build, configuration, and acceptance testing.
• Provide floor support to resolve day-to-day manufacturing issues, train production personnel on new processes, and ensure adherence to standard work.
• Lead root-cause and corrective action (RCCA) activities for yield escapes, process nonconformances, and customer returns; implement sustainable corrective and preventive actions.
• Develop product troubleshooting guides and other technical reference materials for internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist with integration of hardware, firmware, and software components in lab and field environments, including support to troubleshooting and defect resolution.
• Diagnose, fix, and troubleshoot complex technical issues in systems or components; drive cross-functional resolution.
• Maintain and manage product development schedules with the goal of meeting customer timelines and achieving program/project milestones.
• Provide prioritization inputs to guide cross-functional teams (engineering, product, test, production) to execute product development resulting in product demonstration and delivery.
• Support risk management, including identification, tracking, and mitigation of technical and schedule risks across the project lifecycle.
• Participate in regular program reviews, status meetings, and customer interactions as the product technical representative for manufacturing and system-level topics.
• Support the development of work instructions and subassembly drawings/BOMs for new product development.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Employee coverage is fully funded; a portion of dependents' coverage is funded as well
• 11 paid Federal Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401k with employer matching
• Annual bonuses
• Cell phone reimbursement: $100/month

What This Job Offers

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