Senior Staff Manufacturing Engineer

About the role

Saab is a leading defense and security co

Requirements

• Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline with 8+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, or a Master's Degree with 6+ years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Driven, innovative, and self-motivated, with the ability to take initiative without direction.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively collaborate across functional areas within an operation.
• Ability to develop relationships and networks with both internal and external partners.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to lead and manage change within a cross-functional setting.
• Demonstrated effective listening and communication skills across diverse environments and audiences.
• Ability to apply principled decision-making while navigating business constraints.
• Demonstrated understanding of cycle time, takt time, and bottleneck analysis.
• Ability to obtain a Security Clearance, if required.
• Experience or formal training in new product development, prototype development, and early-stage manufacturing processes.
• Experience or formal training in Factory Physics and/or Lean Manufacturing.
• Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives with exposure to Six Sigma tools and methodologies.
• Ability to work an extended or flexible schedule to support business needs.
• Experience with Manufacturing ERP systems.
• Citizenship Requirements:
• Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Drug-Free Workplaces:
• Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

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Additional Information

Job Description: Saab, Inc. is seeking a Senior Staff Manufacturing Engineer who is interested in further developing expertise in manufacturing technology. The Manufacturing Engineering function is responsible for all production technical work related to assembly and installation, including process calculation, production preparation, development of process documentation, and verification. This role is also accountable for manufacturing engineering development, manufacturing techniques, and supporting the qualification of new products in accordance with both Saab and customer requirements. The Manufacturing Engineer will serve as a key link between the design engineering team and the production team in Syracuse, NY. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Analyze existing and/or revised technical data packages from an assembly and test perspective to develop, produce, and sustain manufacturing processes in a brownfield-like environment, including assembly instructions, manufacturing routers, assembly aids, fixtures, and tooling, manufacturing work cells and flow lines, and workspace requirements from a material flow, visual management, and bottleneck analysis perspective. Contribute to the development of production systems and working methods, influencing design work to achieve efficient, low-cost manufacturing without compromising function and quality. Support the development of new technical solutions and efficient production systems and assembly lines based on Lean principles. Assist in the implementation of Tiered Meeting Architecture, 5S, and idea systems. Actively engage with assemblers, technicians, and inspectors to improve value-added processes and workplace organization. Develop and implement factory layouts and production flow in coordination with existing facilities and capital expansion plans. Champion company values, consistently demonstrating Trust, Drive, Expertise, and Support. Assist in developing basis of estimates for manufacturing activities in support of proposals. Compensation Range: $115,700 - $150,500 #CJ The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

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