Manufacturing Engineer - Machining

BAE Systems USA

Louisville, KY

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$88,189–$149,922 Per Year

SKILLS

Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Auto Insurance, Best Practices, Blueprints, Budgeting, CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systems, CNC Lathe, Calibration, Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Communication Skills, Computer Security, Contract Manufacturing, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Data Collection, Documentation, Drilling, Electronics, Emerging Technology, Equipment Specification, Ergonomics, Establish Priorities, Funding, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Grinding, High School Diploma, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Industrial Engineering, Industry Standards, Insurance, Interpersonal Skills, Lathe, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Legal, Machine Tool, Machining, Machining Operations, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Methods, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgy, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Word, Network Routers, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Development, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project/Program Management, Quality Control, Quality Engineering, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Return on Investment (ROI), Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Siemens PLM Software NX (fka UGS NX), Six Sigma, Software Design, Software Simulation, Strategic Planning, Technical Strategy, Technical Support, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Value Stream Mapping

LOCATION

Louisville, KY

POSTED

3 days ago

Job Description

BAE Systems, a leading defense contractor, is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Machining to join our Naval weapon systems team in Louisville, Kentucky. At BAE Systems, we value our workforce and their well-being. We prioritize safety, offer generous benefits, and promote work life balance, like a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.

Our ideal candidate will challenge our current operations and focus on improving all facets of our machining processes across the site. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Machining will be one of the leaders in machining innovation across the Production Value Stream and will be at the forefront of problem solving and resolution to technical production barriers. He/She will be responsible for ensuring technical compliance to manufacturing processes, policies, and procedures while providing innovative solutions to our cross-functional teams to improve customer delivery, cost and schedule.

As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Machining, you will...

Provide strategic technical direction and guidance on complex projects, influencing technical decisions and ensuring alignment with business goals
Work with cross-functional teams, including design, quality, and production, to ensure seamless integration of machining processes
Develop and optimize new machining processes, improve existing ones, and create necessary tooling and fixtures to improve efficiency, quality, and safety
Identify new or additional equipment needs related to existing or new product manufacture
Evaluate new or used equipment to determine benefits and return on investment, ability to maintain the physical and dimensional requirements of components, assemblies and products, and ability to meet safety and ergonomic requirements
Prepare BOE's and appropriations for approvals and administrator spending of budgeted funding for tooling, fixtures, and equipment
Monitor machine performances and work with Maintenance & Operations to coordinate preventative maintenance schedules and tooling & equipment calibration
Identifying and resolving complex technical issues related to machining processes, equipment and product quality
Provide technical support to machinists & shop personnel, Operations and Scheduling
Work with Quality Engineering to implement and maintain quality control measures throughout the machining process to include monitoring, periodic and final inspections
Create and maintain documentation for routers & work instructions, tooling & equipment specifications, and engineering changes
Create and maintain adequate documentation for analysis research, and historical records related to machining processes
Collaborate with Design, Quality and Operations to resolve manufacturing issues
Support training and development of shop and floor personnel in machining best practices.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

High School Diploma or GED with 6+ years experience, Associates Degree with 4+ years experience, or Bachelors Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, or related technical field with 2+ years experience
Experience in using Siemens NX software for design & modeling of fixtures, components & parts, and connected to machine programming.
Experience with Vericut or other machining simulation software
Knowledge of CNC machining (Lathes, Turning, Milling, Hobbing, Routers, Cutters, Grinding, Drilling, EDM, Machine Centers), manual machining, and related equipment, tooling & fixturing
Familiarity with GD&T, blueprint reading, and machine tolerances
Experience with MRP type systems and shop floor data collection
Knowledge of materials and metallurgy relevant to maching operations
Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences, both verbally and in writing
Knowledge of quality control procedures, inspection requirements, and relevant industry standards
Ability to plan, execute, and manage complex projects, ensuring they are completed successfully on-time and with high-quality results
Experience in problem-solving, priority setting, team engagement, communication and project management skills
Proficiency of MS Office Suite products (SharePoint, Outlook, Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Visio, etc.)

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

5+ years in a machine and manufacturing operation/environment
Experience in Defense Contracting manufacturing.
Excellent time management, interpersonal and leadership skills
Exposure to the programming of multiple head configurations
Exposure with the programming of complex 3,4,5 axis mills, and multi-axis vertical & horizontal lathes
Experience with creation of ROM's, BOE and quoting of equipment & tooling
Professional Certifications (PMP, CQE, Six Sigma, ISO, Problem Solving, etc.).
Experience in Program/Project Management (PMP highly favored)
Experience in utilizing Lean manufacturing methods to reduce costs & improve quality
Experience in value stream mapping, Visio, and the layout of machining operations

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $88189 - $149922

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair...just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

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