The posting
Engineer II, Manufacturing
Precision Fuzing and Sensors is actively hiring for a Engineer II, Manufacturing in Middletown, CT. This role is responsible for the development, improvement, and implementation of manufacturing plans and processes for new and existing programs. Additionally in this role, support of current manufacturing programs to achieve cost reductions, improved quality and an efficient delivery schedule is expected. The candidate will be involved in troubleshooting and root cause investigation when required.
Responsibilities
Directly support programs by dispositioning non-conforming material and determining root cause and robust corrective actions. Directly support programs by updating and improving manufacturing instructions and processes. Directly support programs by improving quality processes including in-process inspection. Collaborate with project teams providing input to the overall design and manufacturing, participating in design reviews, daily production meetings, and assisting in qualification, reliability and product acceptance tests. Plan and design manufacturing processes in a high rate of production environment. Prepare specifications of production operations and write work instructions; prepare supplier instructions for operations sourced outside the company and define tooling specifications for tool fabrication. Provide sustaining engineering; generate engineering changes and support with appropriate documentation. Maximize efficiency by analyzing layout of equipment, workflow, assembly methods and work force utilization. Prepare technical data and plans related to specific customer requirements and estimated related costs. Determine parts and tools needed to achieve manufacturing goals according to product specifications. Provide return on investment justifications for process or equipment acquisitions or changes. Provide technical support necessary to direct technical personnel in the assembly, inspection and testing of parts. Maintain laboratory notebook information and online computer files for details of design. Conduct producibility studies to evaluate production process reliability and provide appropriate recommendations. Assist in the development of technical portions of new business proposals, including selection of manufacturing methods and production processes with estimated costs to implement. Perform make vs buy analyses and provide related recommendations to management.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in related Engineering field. 3-5 years’ minimum work experience in Manufacturing Engineering.
Broad knowledge of mechanical, electrical, industrial, or automation engineering. Fluent oral and written communication skills as well as good working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and presentation application software needed. Familiarity with MRP systems and ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and bills of material necessary. MS Office proficiency required. CAD experience in SOLIDWORKS or equivalent preferred.
Shift: 1st Shift Monday-Friday
Salaried Pay Range: $95,176 - $152,282
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401k with employer matching contribution Generous Paid Time Off
For more than 85 years, our team at Precision Fuzing and Sensors has designed, tested, and manufactured the fuzing and sensor systems that defense programs depend on — delivering mission-critical reliability from a single, vertically integrated facility in Middletown, Connecticut. Precision Fuzing & Sensors has spent more than eight decades at the forefront of fuzing technology for defense and aerospace applications, trusted by every branch of the U.S. military and allied nations across the globe.



