Manufacturing Engineering Manager

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Fort Walton Beach, FL, USA
Hybrid
97K-164K Annually
Senior level
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The Role
Lead and manage a team of mechanical and electrical manufacturing engineers to design, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes. Ensure quality and regulatory compliance (ISO/AS 9001), manage projects, budgets, KPIs, risk, and continuous improvement, and collaborate with production, quality, and customer stakeholders.
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Job Description
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead a team of mechanical and electrical manufacturing engineers. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and optimization of manufacturing processes for production of high-quality products. This role requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities:
  1. Leadership and Team Management: Lead a team of mechanical and electrical manufacturing engineers to ensure they are working effectively and efficiently.
  2. Manufacturing Process Development: Design, develop, and implement new manufacturing processes, including mechanical and electrical assembly, testing, and inspection.
  3. Process Optimization: Analyze and optimize existing manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and productivity.
  4. Quality and Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that manufacturing processes and products meet quality standards, including ISO 9001, customer-specific requirements, and regulatory compliance.
  5. Project Management: Develop and manage project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, and resources, to ensure successful project execution.
  6. Technical Expertise: Provide technical expertise in manufacturing engineering, including mechanical and electrical assembly, testing, and inspection.
  7. Communication and Collaboration: Communicate with stakeholders, including production, quality, and customer teams, to ensure alignment and effective issue resolution.
Responsibilities (continued):
  1. Performance Metrics: Develop and track key performance metrics, including quality, productivity, and efficiency.
  2. Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with manufacturing processes and products.
  3. Training and Development: Identify training and development needs for team members and provide opportunities for growth and professional development.
  4. Budgeting and Cost Control: Develop and manage budgets, including capital expenditures and operating expenses.
  5. Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and implement changes to improve manufacturing processes and products.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related technical field.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, including 2 years of leadership experience.
  • Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, including mechanical and electrical assembly, testing, and inspection.
  • Experience with quality management systems, including ISO/AS 9001.
  • Proven experience utilizing ERP systems to manage production workflow.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related field.
  • Experience with industry-specific regulations.
  • Certification in manufacturing engineering, such as CMRP or CMfgE.
  • Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $96623 - $164259
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or related technical field
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, including 2 years of leadership experience
  • Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, including mechanical and electrical assembly, testing, and inspection
  • Experience with quality management systems, including ISO/AS 9001
  • Proven experience utilizing ERP systems to manage production workflow
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills
  • Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or related field
  • Experience with industry-specific regulations
  • Certification in manufacturing engineering (e.g., CMRP or CMfgE)
  • Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies

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Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. As a leading aerospace, defense, and security company, we work together to deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, space, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. How we work is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us, to unite our community of colleagues and customers, and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. It's where purpose connects.

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We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team, you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.

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