General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

Under general supervision with limited review, this position is responsible for determining and developing effective approaches for resolving a wide range of engineering problems. Assignments are normally outlined in terms of overall objectives and anticipated results. Work is reviewed at milestones or at completion for adequacy in meeting objectives. Documents findings, communicates results to engineering staff and makes technical presentations as required. May coordinate segments of a specific project and may have frequent inter- organization and customer contact on difficult technical issues. Provides direction to design or technical staff and may provide direction to less experienced professional staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:Devises new approaches to resolve unusual or highly complex manufacturing problems through early, upfront design-for-manufacturing (DFM) principles to ensure producibility, inspectability, testability, maintainability and repairability.Responsible for manufacturing process development, implementation, and continuous improvement to enhance Quality/ Yield, reduce Cost, and improve Productivity/Schedule. Initiate and lead lean manufacturing process improvement projects.Specify and implement equipment and processes.Support manufacturing production planning and coordination, execution and operations process development.Function spans from the early design development process, through pre-production pathfinder and validation test articles leading to stable production; influencing the product and process specifications to achieve the best quality, cost and cycle time.Troubleshoot conflicting design development vs. production requirements, promotes new methods / process equipment, and evaluates special material requirements.Oversee prototype and pilot builds, document the build process with standardized work instructions, define and implement new manufacturing technologies.Provides documentation and makes technical presentations as required.May represent the organization as the prime technical contact on major new programs, moderate “Block change” upgrade contracts or single-purpose mission projects.Provides input to design, technical staff, briefs management, and participates effectively in a team of moderately experienced professional staff.Develop manufacturing processes, procedures and tooling using technical experience and collaborative interaction with the team to improve quality, eliminate non-value-added steps and shorten lead times.Experience with Lean Manufacturing methodologies for waste reduction, e.g., 5S, Standard Work, TAKT, Pull System, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, cell design, and manufacturing flow.Collaborate with Design Engineering during prototype, development and first article manufacturingProvide support for the disposition of non-conforming product, identify root cause, and assists in the implementation of corrective/preventative actions.Review and approve engineering design and changes and ensure their manufacturabilityObtains and analyzes manufacturing and test dataDevelops and maintains work instructions to guide technicians in the assembly of assigned productsLiaison work orders as required to reflect process changes, non-conformity dispositions and engineering changesResponsible 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.