Manufacturing Engineer I

Tupelo, Mississippi, United States

• Category: Manufacturing Engineering

Description

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Overview

General Atomics pioneers' technologies with the potential to change the world. Behind a talented global team of engineers, GA delivers safe, sustainable, and economical solutions to meet growing global demands. Our Engineers have an opportunity to work on first of a kind product line within an incredible, dynamic environment.

Engineering positions typically require a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience. Candidates from mechanical, electrical, and aerospace engineering backgrounds must know the fundamentals of engineering system developments, requirements, testing, and integration before getting to the final stages of customer interface and project management.

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Job Summary

GA’s Electromagnetic Systems (EMS) Group focuses on the military and commercial applications of advanced electromagnetic technologies, including power generation and distribution, magnetic levitation, laser and weapons systems, and systems design and engineering. The EMS Group supports government customers, which include the Department of Defense, Department of Energy, the Department of Transportation as well as a range of commercial customers.

Under close supervision, 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 manufacturing problems of moderate scope and complexity.

Designs the sequence of production operations, specifying procedures for the fabrication of applicable tools and equipment, and adapting machinery.

Collaborates with product design engineering on technical specifications that will best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.

Estimates manufacturing costs and determines time standards.

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.

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.

Job Qualifications:

Typically requires a bachelor's in engineering or a related technical field. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.

Electrical/Mechanical background is preferred.

Must have a basic understanding of manufacturing engineering concepts, principles, and theory.

Demonstrates the ability to follow and apply basic engineering knowledge, adapt standard techniques, and utilize the required diagnostics, tools, and equipment, while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Must be able to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment.

Good communication, computer, and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface with other professionals, to produce appropriate documentation, and to present results to a limited internal audience. Experience in Microsoft Visio, Project and Excel are highly preferred.

Experience with SAE 9100 is preferred.

Experience with SOLIDWORKS, CREO and SAP preferred.

Must be 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.

Salary:

$51,610 - $87,213

Company

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General Atomics

General Atomics is a defense and diversified technologies company, founded in 1955 as a Division of General Dynamics and acquired by the Blue family in 1986. GA and affiliated companies operate on five continents and include GA Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI).

GA-ASI produces a series of unmanned aircraft and provides electro-optical, radar, signals intelligence, and automated airborne surveillance systems. GA’s Electromagnetic Systems Division produces electro-magnetic aircraft launch and recovery systems for the US Navy, satellite surveillance, electro-magnetic rail gun, high power laser, hypervelocity projectile, and power conversion systems.

GA is the principal private sector participant in thermonuclear fusion research through its internationally recognized DIII-D and inertial confinement programs for the US Department of Energy. GA developed the UCSD Supercomputer Center and has constructed more than 60 TRIGA nuclear research reactors in 24 countries. GA is a leader in development of next-generation nuclear fission and high-temperature materials technologies.

Other GA affiliates include General Atomics Europe GmbH with principal facilities in the German States of Saxony and Brandenburg, Heathgate Resources Pty Ltd (South Australia), GA Uranium Resources Group, and the GA-Honeywell uranium conversion partnership.

The company occupies 8+ million square feet of engineering, laboratory and manufacturing facilities and comprises over 13,000 employees.