Manufacturing Engineer I

Company Description

Elbit Systems of America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: www.elbitsystems-us.com or follow us on Twitter.

Job Description

Scope: The Manufacturing Engineer I will be an entry level position for those individuals which have the education, experience or technical background that will contribute to the roles and responsibilities of Production Engineering by developing all needed production file documentation from engineering data packages, engineering change orders, and all other sources of data. 

Responsibilities & Tasks:

• Coordinate between engineering and production for the effective and efficient manufacture of the product.
• Develop all needed production file documentation from engineering data packages, engineering change orders, and all other sources of data. 
• Project lead for build process and documentation, configuration changes, methods and tools for production programs.
• Identify and participate in product production ability and cost improvement projects.
• Support outsourcing and make/buy decisions.
• Keep abreast of current and evolving manufacturing technologies.
• Provide preliminary review dispositions along with required repair/rework instruction on discrepant product.
• Take part in make/buy decisions
• Transfer of build processes from/to other facilities
• Lead lean and process improvement efforts
• Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Authorities:

• Preliminary ECO and ECP Review and Disposition.
• Access to PLM ESA and ELBIT.
• Initiate Quality Actions to identified problems.
• Conduit for customer issues.

Outside Business Relationships:

• Customer Support through the Program Offices.
• Liaison to Engineering.
• Coordination with Program, Project and Production Managers on engineering change proposals, reviews, and implementation.
• Coordination of configuration control activities with the Configuration/Data Management

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Required (Unique and Measurable):

• Must have the ability to obtain a clearance of any level..
• Bachelors degree (5-10 years functional experience may substitute)
• The ability to Read and Interpret Technical Data Package
• Knowledge and Experience in Electronic Assembly Manufacturing
• The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• The ability to use Microsoft Word and Photo programs to produce Production files
• The ability to be a self starter and learner.
• The skill to work issues internationally
• The skill to work effectively in teams
• The ability to use and manage configuration management software
• The skill to work and perform in a union environment
• The skill to work effectively across organizational and functional boundaries
• The ability to obtain Security Clearance

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401k program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Hybrid or Remote work options at many locations
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identify Theft, Pet Insurance, and many more options
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees