Manufacturing Engineer II

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain detailed work instructions and process documentation supporting the production and integration of avionics, sensors, wiring, and mission‑system hardware for Next‑Gen ISR aircraft.
• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for new A‑ISR products and modifications, ensuring designs translate smoothly into repeatable, high‑quality production.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for manufacturing issues affecting aircraft modification, mission‑system integration, or avionics installation.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to streamline build flow, reduce waste, and elevate production throughput for ISR aircraft programs.
• Develop and optimize production flows, workstation layouts, and material‑handling plans that support efficient aircraft modification and mission‑system integration.
• Partner closely with shop floor technicians and cross‑functional teams from concept through implementation-an expectation consistently seen in similar MEC II roles.
• Qualifications You Must Have
• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering (an advanced degree may substitute for experience).
• Proficiency with CAD software and the creation of process documentation.
• Solid understanding of engineering principles, manufacturability, and production processes.
• Experience working on multidisciplinary teams supporting complex aerospace or mechanical assemblies.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a United States Secret Security Clearance.
• Qualifications We Prefer
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher).
• Experience with advanced manufacturing technologies such as additive manufacturing, CNC machining, or rapid‑prototype tooling used in aerospace integration.
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense industry, particularly in aircraft modification, avionics integration, or mission‑system production.
• Familiarity applying and interpreting GD&T (ASME Y14.5) for avionics hardware, brackets, racks, and airframe installation features.
• Knowledge of modern design and manufacturing principles including parametric modeling, model‑based definition (MBD), material selection, and process optimization.
• Experience supporting traveler development, shop floor coordination, and non‑conformance dispositions (MRB participation)-capabilities that mirror expectations from prior MEC II roles.
• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) or transition‑to‑production efforts for aerospace systems.
• Exposure to PLM, MES, and MRP systems, consistent with MSC/PLM/MES requirements seen in internal MEC II postings.
• Essential Functions
• Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally.
• This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.
• SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, denta

Additional Information

Do you enjoy collaborating with others to create innovative, mission‑driven aerospace solutions? As a Manufacturing Engineer II at SNC, you'll help shape how our next generation of airborne intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (A‑ISR) systems are built-supporting platforms like our digitally born, MBSE‑engineered RAPCON‑X. You will take an active role in defining and optimizing manufacturability, applying your expertise in DFM/DFA, tooling design, and process engineering to ensure ISR aircraft modifications, avionics integration, and mission‑system installations are executed with precision, efficiency, and consistency. This is a hands‑on opportunity to influence production flow, build quality, and manufacturability across the Mission Solutions & Technologies (MST) portfolio. The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains - air, land, sea, space and cyber.

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