General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS’ expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our EMS Group located in Rancho Bernardo, CA. **DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:** + Responsible for providing construction/manufacturing engineering support to GA EMS programs/projects, such as cable/wire harness manufacturing, high voltage capacitors, radiation monitoring systems, Gulftronic separator systems, and missile defense systems. + Working knowledge of simple and complex cable/wire harness manufacturing including crimp and solder terminations, potting, automated test equipment, and industry best practices preferred. + Review engineering/customer drawings and determine necessary equipment, tooling, and processes required to support. + Identifies, investigates, analyzes and resolves routine manufacturing engineering issues at both GA EMS manufacturing facilities and sub-tier suppliers. Documents findings and implemented solutions, and communicates results to technical leads and management in both verbal and written formats. + Initiates and implements assigned production-related design changes. Conducts manufacturing reviews of engineering specifications and drawings. + Monitors and analyzes open engineering issues affecting purchase orders. Alerts planning department to open engineering issues that may affect manufacturing. + Maintain standard work procedures/workmanship standards and generate new procedures when necessary. + Coordinate start-up tasks for production. + Advises management of the status of work in progress, material availability, and potential production problems to ensure that personnel equipment, materials and services are provided as needed. + Manages and coordinates production schedules. + Effectively uses Microsoft Office applications to execute daily work activities. + Performs other duties as assigned or required. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. 48695 **Job Qualifications:** + Typically requires a bachelors in engineering or a related technical field as well as five or more years of manufacturing engineering experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education. + Must have a general understanding of engineering concepts, principles, and theory with technical experience demonstrating the application of those concepts while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. + Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment and organize work assignments to meet established timetables. + Good communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required, as well as the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. + Must be able to work extended hours as required. + Experience with manufacturing and testing of complex high power, data/comm, and RF cable assemblies. Fiber Optic experience a plus. + Familiarity with automated equipment and processes such as cable prep, strip, assembly, and test desired. + Deep understanding of J-STD-001, IPC/WHMA-A-610, and IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards up to Space Addendum requirements. + Able to work extended hours as needed to meet schedule needs. + US Citizenship is required. **Salary:** $81,080 - $141,650 **Travel Percentage Required** 0 - 25 **Relocation Assistance Provided** Provided **US Citizenship Required?** Yes **Clearance Required?** Desired **Clearance Level** Secret **Workstyle** Onsite General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. To learn more visit https://tbcdn.talentbrew.com/company/499/v2_0/EEO Notices.pdf. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions.