Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer - Defense
Location: Auburn Hills, MI (On-site)
Department: Munro Defense
About Munro Defense
Munro Defense is an engineering and manufacturing consulting firm serving the defense sectors with a focus on design and manufacturing optimization, cost reduction, and facility performance improvement. We partner with clients to solve complex product and facilities challenges, optimize operations, and support the lifecycle management of critical infrastructure and real property.
With a rich history of optimizing manufacturing processes and improving efficiency, we are looking for a highly skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. At Munro Defense, you'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, collaborate with industry leaders, and make a significant impact on the world of manufacturing.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Read and interpret technical data packages and requirements, translating them into manufacturing or assembly process requirements.
- Assist in the planning, design, and launch of manufacturing processes.
- Apply lean principles to existing product design and manufacturing processes by analyzing layout of equipment, workflow, assembly methods, and work force utilization.
- Recommend capital equipment to achieve manufacturing goals based on product specifications.
- Develop both technical and financial business cases for the down-selection of competing manufacturing and assembly processes.
- Maintain a direct interface with customers to ensure project success.
- Work cooperatively within an integrated team to deliver exceptional results.
- Execute manufacturing systems simulation, including material flow and facility layout.
Qualifications
- A minimum of 10 years of process, industrial, or manufacturing engineering experience required, preferably in the automotive industry.
- Possess strong knowledge of product development in manufacturing, production process, and equipment or machinery.
- Quality experience is a plus.
- Experience in robotics, high speed automation, tooling, molding, and fixtures is preferred.
- Experience using ProPlanner and FlexSim software package for manufacturing simulations is preferred.
- Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Access, Project, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Local and overnight travel to company or customer facilities is required.
- Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder and can obtain a Secret Clearance.
Key Competencies
- Motivated self-starter
- Problem solving capabilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent mechanical and technical skills
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently
- Positive can-do attitude
Benefits Overview
- Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive healthcare, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
- Paid time off, including vacation and holidays.
- 401(k) with company contribution.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
Munro Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Munro Defense does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
The duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description are not intended to be comprehensive. The organization reserves the right to assign additional tasks or modify existing responsibilities as operational needs require.
Skills Required
- Minimum 10 years of process, industrial, or manufacturing engineering experience
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing product development, production processes, and equipment or machinery
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Access, Project, Word, and PowerPoint
- Local and overnight travel to company or customer facilities
- Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder
- Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
- Automotive industry experience
- Quality experience
- Experience in robotics, high-speed automation, tooling, molding, and fixtures
- Experience using ProPlanner and FlexSim for manufacturing simulations
What We Do
Munro Defense is a U.S.-based engineering and consulting firm that helps government and defense customers improve products and production. Using its Lean Design® methodology, benchmarking, costing, and design tools, it helps clients simplify complex systems, reduce cost, weight, labor, and production time, and improve quality and performance. Its work spans aircraft, land vehicles, ships, missiles, and other mission-critical platforms, as well as associated manufacturing processes.







