Job Description

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world's leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies. Under general direction, 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 a wide range of complex manufacturing engineering issues. + Designs the arrangement of manufacturing equipment to ensure most efficient and productive layout. + Designs the sequence of production operations, specifying procedures for the fabrication of applicable tools and equipment, and adapting machinery. + Interfaces with design engineering in coordinating the release of new products. + Provides guidance to product design engineering on technical specifications that will best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques. + Estimates manufacturing cost, determines time standards, and makes recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing product lines. + 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. + May be required to make technical presentations 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.52227 **Job Qualifications:** + Typically requires a bachelors in engineering or a related technical field as well as five or more years of manufacturing engineering experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education + Must have a thorough understanding of manufacturing engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts; and expanding knowledge of principles, concepts, theory, and practices in related technical specialties. + Must possess the ability to develop and communicate new concepts; apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems. + Must have strong communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to perform complex tasks in one or more engineering areas; capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact. Able to work extended hours as required. + Must be able to work both independently and on a team. Able to work extended hours as required. + Must be able to acquire and maintain security clearance. + Must be proficient with SolidWorks, Microsoft Office Applications, and Adobe. + Must have a detailed understanding of welding and fabrication using GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, SMAW. + Basic understanding of PQR's, WPS's and WPQRs and testing requirements + Must be able to drive the flow of components between Manufacturing and Quality Departments. **Salary:** $81,080 - $141,650 **Travel Percentage Required** 0 - 25 **Relocation Assistance Provided** Provided **US Citizenship Required?** Yes **Clearance Required?** Desired **Clearance Level** Mid-Level (3-7 years) **Workstyle** Onsite General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. To learn more visit Notices.pdf. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions.

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