Manufacturing Engineer
Acton, Massachusetts
Overview
General Atomics pioneers technologies with the potential to change the world. Behind a talented global team of engineers, GA delivers safe, sustainable, and economical solutions to meet growing global demands. Our Engineers have an opportunity to work on first of a kind product lines within an incredible, dynamic environment.
Engineering positions typically require a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience. Candidates from mechanical, electrical, and aerospace engineering backgrounds must know the fundamentals of engineering system developments, requirements, testing, and integration before getting to the final stages of customer interface and project management.
Schedule: Full-Time Salary
Job Level: Entry-Level (0-2 years)
Travel: 0 - 25
Success Profile
What makes a successful Manufacturing Engineer at General Atomics? Check out the top traits we’re looking for and see if you have the right mix.
- Analytical
- Collaborative
- Inventive
- Problem Solver
- Team Player
- Creative
Job Summary GA’s Electromagnetic Systems (EMS) Group focuses on the military and commercial applications of advanced electromagnetic technologies, including power generation and distribution, magnetic levitation, laser and weapons systems, and systems design and engineering. The EMS Group supports government customers, which include the Department of Defense, Department of Energy, the Department of Transportation as well as a range of commercial customers.
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team in Acton as an Electrical Manufacturing Engineer!
Under general supervision, this position supports the manufacturing production process with focus on the design, development, and implementation of new or revised production processes for the efficient and economical fabrication of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develops, implements, and maintains methods, operation sequence and processes in the manufacture or fabrication of parts, components, sub- assemblies, and final assemblies.
- Conducts tests throughout all stages of production to determine control over applicable variables and troubleshooting and resolving manufacturing problems of moderate scope and complexity.
- Familiarity with test equipment such as Oscilloscopes and Digital Multimeters
- Responsible for providing support to Electrical Engineering Staff
- Assembling, evaluating, testing, and maintaining electrical or electronic wiring, equipment
- Diagnosing and repairing electrical issues, faults, and equipment
- Ability to read interpreting, schematics, PCB Layout, mechanical blueprints and technical specifications,
- Designs the sequence of production operations, specifying procedures for the fabrication of applicable tools and equipment, and adapting machinery.
- Collaborates with product design engineering on technical specifications that will best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.
- Ensures that production processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations.
- Maintains records and reporting systems for coordination of manufacturing operations.
- Develops appropriate documentation of findings and implemented solutions and communicates results to staff.
- Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
- Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Qualifications:
- Typically requires a bachelors in engineering or a related technical field as well as two or more years of manufacturing engineering experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
- Must have a general understanding of manufacturing engineering concepts, principles, and theory with technical experience demonstrating the application of those concepts while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
- Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment and organize work assignments to meet established timetables.
- Good communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required, as well as the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- IPC solder certifications IPC 610 and IPC 620
- Must be able to work extended hours as required.
- Ability to obtain and maintain secret level clearance is desired.
- Schematic capture such as Altium, Cadence X Capture
- PCB Layout tools such as Cadence Allegro
- Microsoft office suite
Salary:$68,770 - $116,193
Benefits
-
Healthcare
-
Pension, 401(k)/Retirement Plans
-
Competitive Pay
-
Multiple product lines means a variety of work
-
Paid Time Off
“The company is growing, has a very good reputation and had open positions in my area of expertise (aircraft design/design methodology development).”– Peter, Senior Staff Engineer
“We don't ascribe to quotas; we do ascribe to securing the BEST talent to enrich our culture toward healthy diversification and active/viable community service. We are STEM advocates.”– Debra, CSSBB: Staff Engineer
“Every day is different, with different problems to solve and many programs to support. I am a problem solver and have always been motivated by the tough questions.”– Scott, Laser Scientist
“I work in the Components Engineering and Obsolescence Management Dept. Our efforts are saving General Atomics several millions of dollars by proactively leading and informing the company of all these decisions which significantly impact production, sustainment and new designs.”– John, Staff Engineer
News
-
Featured Jobs
- Electrical Engineer, Hardware and Circuit Board Design Lead San Diego, California
- Project Engineer, Taiwan Program Poway, California
- FAA Accountable Manager Poway, California
- Low Observables Engineer Poway, California
You have not recently viewed any jobs.
You have no saved jobs.
-
Featured Jobs
- Electrical Engineer, Hardware and Circuit Board Design Lead San Diego, California
- Project Engineer, Taiwan Program Poway, California
- FAA Accountable Manager Poway, California
- Low Observables Engineer Poway, California
You have not recently viewed any jobs.
You have no saved jobs.
-
Featured Jobs
- Electrical Engineer, Hardware and Circuit Board Design Lead San Diego, California
- Project Engineer, Taiwan Program Poway, California
- FAA Accountable Manager Poway, California
- Low Observables Engineer Poway, California
You have not recently viewed any jobs.
You have no saved jobs.