Sr Manufacturing Engineer
About The Position
Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join their team. This role involves transforming advanced ISR system designs into efficient, scalable, and repeatable production processes. The engineer will collaborate with design, quality, program management, and production teams to ensure complex assemblies and system integrations are built with precision and consistency. Responsibilities include refining designs for production, developing tooling and fixtures, optimizing build flows, and implementing best-in-class manufacturing practices. This position offers an opportunity to innovate, collaborate, and influence the manufacturing readiness of SNC’s Next-Gen ISR capabilities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in an Manufacturing, Mechanical, or related Engineering discipline.
- 10+ years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering (advanced degree may substitute for experience).
- Demonstrated expertise leading DFM/DFA activities for complex systems.
- Proven experience owning manufacturing engineering deliverables throughout the full product lifecycle—from concept through production ramp.
- Expert proficiency with CAD software and formal process documentation.
- Extensive leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Advanced knowledge of engineering principles, production methods, and manufacturing practices.
- Experience working within multi‑disciplinary engineering teams.
- Ability to obtain and maintain United States Secret Security Clerance
- U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment.
Nice To Haves
- Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification (Master Black Belt preferred).
- Experience with digital manufacturing, automation.
- Background in Aerospace & Defense manufacturing environments.
- Experience developing work instructions, travelers, or controlled manufacturing documentation.
- Prior participation on Material Review Boards (MRB) for nonconformance dispositions.
- Experience supporting transition‑to‑production activities or production ramp efforts.
- Familiarity with PLM, MES, and MRP systems.
- Proficiency with GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
- Knowledge of parametric design, model‑based definition (MBD), material/hardware selection, and production processes.
Responsibilities
- Function as the Technical Lead for the implementation of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles on critical New Product Introduction (NPI) programs.
- Collaborate with design, quality, and production teams to ensure manufacturability, producibility, and adherence to quality standards.
- Architect production process flows, workstation layouts, and manufacturing sequences to enable efficient, ergonomic, and repeatable operations.
- Design, develop, and validate sophisticated production tooling, fixtures, and supporting hardware.
- Conduct thorough root‑cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions that improve overall process capability.
- Mentor and coach junior engineers in engineering fundamentals, manufacturing best practices, and problem‑solving methods.
- Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives focusing on efficiency, cost reduction, and operational excellence.
Benefits
- medical, dental, and vision plans
- 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
- life insurance
- 3 weeks paid time off
- tuition reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
