Manufacturing Engineer - Machining Preferred
Position Description:
- Entry-level, bargaining-unit-represented Tool Engineer position at General Dynamics Land Systems; Joint Systems Manufacturing Center (JSMC) provides an opportunity for a unique work experience involving the machining of components & structures of tracked and wheeled military vehicles.
- Interpret drawings and 3D models for manufacturability
- Develop and provide processes and instruction to the production operators
- Concept and detail fixturing and tool aids to support production processes
- Understand electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic requirements related to machines and fixturing
- Develop CNC programs for plate processing, 3-axis mills, or 5 axis mills
- Procure needed tooling and equipment to support machining processes
- Provide assistance on cost estimating for future programs and tasks
- Provide technical support and training to the manufacturing operations personnel at JSMC
- Implement PSCA and continuous improvement
- Provide technical interface with on-site customer (US Government)
- Involvement in and support of the formalized teaming process
Position Requirements:
- BS Mechanical Engineering / Manufacturing Engineering preferred; BS in related Technical / Engineering fields or Associate Degree in related Technical / Engineering field with relevant work experience considered.
- Experience with CADCAM and 3D modeling software; MasterCam& Creo is a plus
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Personal time management skills and organization
- A U.S. Person as defined by ITAR (International Trafficking of Arms Regulation)
- Successful in completing the pre-employment process including but not limited to medical exam, drug screen, and background check.
- Able to obtain/maintain Department of Army unescorted facility access.
- Able to work in a team based environment.
- Able to perform problem solving and root cause analysis.
- Willing and able to work off-shift, if required.
- Able to travel occasionally and work overtime when needed.
General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS), headquartered in Sterling Heights, Michigan is a wholly-owned business unit of General Dynamics Corporation’s (NYSE:GD) Combat Systems group and is a global leader in the design, development, production, support and enhancement of tracked and wheeled military vehicles. GDLS has a 70-year defense heritage of providing a full spectrum of high quality, technically superior, high value products and services to the United States and its Allies and demonstrates the leadership, financial resources, technology and strength of more than 7500 employees who are dedicated to making the Company the World’s preferred supplier of land vehicles and weapons systems. This dedication assures every shareholder, customer, and the nation, that the name General Dynamics will always mean Strength on Your Side.
At the heart of Land Systems’ military-vehicle platforms is the Abrams main battle tank and the family of Stryker and LAV wheeled combat vehicles. These key ground-force assets remain critical to the military’s structure and offer continuing opportunities for modernization and enhancements that meet the Warfighter’s evolving requirements while increasing troop safety and effectiveness.