We are currently seeking talented individuals for a Manufacturing Engineer 2/3 position at our Rocket Center, WV location just outside of Cumberland MD.
The Allegany Ballistics Laboratory (ABL) site in Rocket Center designs, develops, and manufactures tactical rocket motors, medium caliber ammunition, composite components and end items, and fuze and electronics equipment. For decades, the dedicated and highly skilled team at ABL have supported national security efforts by developing and building defense systems for DoD customers and U.S. allies.
This position will we be located on-site at our Rocket Center, WV location. No remote opportunities are available for this position.
The manufacturing engineer develops and oversees manufacturing processes based on design requirements. The candidate will develop and maintain detailed work instructions for assigned products/processes, provide suggestions to improve productivity, compile and analyze processing data, investigate manufacturing problems and implement corrective actions, support proposal and development activities and provide day to day support to manufacturing personnel.
Additional Job Responsibilities include:
Coordinates with design engineering on design and manufacturability issues.
Evaluates discrepant hardware.
Researches and evaluates commercially available tools and equipment to support manufacturing processes.
Troubleshoots existing processes to improve safety, quality, cost, and efficiency.
Incorporates engineering changes on work in process.
This position will be filled at either the Manufacturing Engineer (2) or Principal Manufacturing Engineer (3) level based on the selected candidates qualifications, experience, and interview performance.
Basic Qualifications Manufacturing Engineer:
- Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering or related STEM discipline and 2+ years of relevant experience, or a Masters in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering or a related STEM discipline and 0+ years of experience.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Experience interpreting drawings and specifications.
Experience in a manufacturing environment.
Eligible to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite).
Willingness and ability to perform hands-on work.
Proven ability to manage time and resources to meet schedule and cost goals.
Basic Qualifications Principal Manufacturing Engineer:
- Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering or related STEM discipline and 5 years of relevant experience, or a Masters in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering or a related STEM discipline and 3 years of experience.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Experience interpreting drawings and specifications.
Experience in a manufacturing environment.
Eligible to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite).
Willingness and ability to perform hands-on work.
Proven ability to manage time and resources to meet schedule and cost goals.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with rocket motor manufacturing or comparable manufacturing processes.
Experience with a variety of systems (i.e. pneumatic, hydraulic and electronic).
Experience with project management.
Experience with technical writing, writing detailed operating procedures, CAD and GD&T.
Experience using SPC and Six Sigma techniques.
Skills Required
- Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related STEM and 2+ years relevant experience; OR Masters in related STEM and 0+ years experience.
- Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related STEM and 5+ years relevant experience; OR Masters in related STEM and 3+ years experience (Principal level).
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Experience interpreting drawings and specifications.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Eligible to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship required).
- Willingness and ability to perform hands-on work.
- Proven ability to manage time and resources to meet schedule and cost goals.
- Experience with rocket motor manufacturing or comparable manufacturing processes.
- Experience with pneumatic, hydraulic, and electronic systems.
- Experience with project management.
- Experience with technical writing, drafting detailed operating procedures, CAD, and GD&T.
- Experience using SPC and Six Sigma techniques.
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Retirement Support — 401(k) matching is considered strong, with additional defined-benefit coverage for certain cohorts and options like catch-up contributions. Retirement programs are repeatedly highlighted as a core strength of the total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, company-paid holidays, and compressed work schedules (such as 9/80) provide meaningful time away and flexibility. These scheduling options are cited as a major quality-of-life benefit across many locations.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave alongside caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and back-up care supports a range of family needs. These programs have been expanded recently, signaling continued investment in family support.
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