Manufacturing Engineer

SafranRochester, NY, US

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Job Description

Salary : $60,500-$90,500

The Opportunity :

We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer with a continuous improvement mindset to support the production team by developing new processes and improving existing ones. In addition, this role will be an integral part of the New Product Introduction (NPI) process to ensure new products are brought into production fully vetted and manufacturable, setting the team up for success.

Our Technology :

Were the world leader inResilient Positioning, Navigation and Timing (R-PNT)solutions that improve the reliability, performance, and safety of critical high-risk operations, even in GPS / GNSS denied environments. We provide virtually fail-safe GNSS and PNT solutions and applications for military and government contract customers.

How I will Contribute :

Lead New Product Introduction efforts from the manufacturing side, including Pilot builds to validate the design and manufacturing process.
Support the development and validation of changes to existing product and manufacturing processes, and ensure existing processes are enforced.
Support the production team with troubleshooting, training, and technical guidance as needed to minimize errors and production downtime.
Participate in the ECO process to ensure all changes are value add; participate in design reviews, approve design changes, and champion implementation.
Research, develop, and implement necessary systems, competencies, and tools required to improve capability and capacity within Operations.
Utilize lean manufacturing tools to improve efficiency of manufacturing processes with an emphasis on quality.
As part of NPI, participate in design reviews, analyzing new designs for manufacturability and identify opportunities for improvement.
Provide input on and support for capital equipment purchases, to include software and web-based platforms.
Responsible for creating key process documentation for new products such as Process Details, Test Procedures, and Checklists, among others.
Optimize manufacturing efficiency by planning and analyzing workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout for new and existing product lines.

What You Bring to Safran Federal Systems :

Bachelors Degree in an Engineering field with 2+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a cross functional team.

Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively deliver detailed information at all levels within the business.

Solid knowledge and experience with Lean principles and continuous improvement.

Ability to take initiative, multi-task, and prioritize work to meet department goals.

Confident, committed, and enthusiastic.

Systematic problem solver, with experience finding solutions using root cause analysis and corrective action (RCCA) and driving implementation.

Ability to problem solve with an aptitude to learn and adapt quickly.

Mechanical aptitude and knowledge of GD&T to analyze and troubleshoot design issues, tools, equipment, fixtures, etc.

Demonstrated ability to quickly learn an organizations processes.

Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Ability to be flexible and have fun!

Plus : Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt

Plus : Prior experience working with Aerospace, Defense, and Government customers.

Position is based in the U.S., with minimal travel (up to 10%)

Some of the Good Stuff :

Annual Bonus Opportunity

Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

401k Retirement Program with Employer Match

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Career Development

Flexible working arrangements

Excellent culture

About Safran Federal Systems :

Safran Federal Systems has been awarded as aWinner of the USA Today and Rochester Metro Area Top Workplaces 2025 Award.

In 2022, Safran acquired Orolia, now Safran Trusted 4D, the world leader in Resilient PNT. At the intersection of critical infrastructure and national defense, Safran Trusted 4D solutions govern and protect the integrity of systems that shape the world. In early 2019, Orolia Defense & Security spun off as a separate entity from its parent company Orolia, with the mission of providing resilient Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT) solutions and custom engineering services to U.S. Government agencies, U.S. Defense organizations, and their contractors.

In August of 2019, Safran Federal Systems acquired Talen-X, a U.S. company specializing in advanced GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) Simulation solutions and Interference, Detection, and Mitigation (IDM) technologies. Talen-X's portfolio was an ideal fit and has helped to enhance Safran FS's overall offerings. The acquisition enabled Talen-X's existing resources, operations and capabilities to be scaled and accelerated to better support the warfighter. Read the press releasehere.

Safran Federal Systems operates as a proxy-regulated company, Free of Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI). As such, Safran FS Defense & Security is approved to work on the full spectrum of U.S. Government classified and unclassified projects and is positioned to support strategic partnerships in the development of key PNT technologies for the defense market.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Please note this description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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