The Design Engineer for the Sustainment team at PacSci EMC (Hollister, CA) will play a crucial role in supporting and developing small ordnance devices, including start cartridges, linear ordnance lines, and other pyrotechnic components. This position requires a comprehensive understanding of engineering principles and the ability to apply them in practical scenarios. The engineer will conduct detailed analyses and simulations to ensure device performance and reliability under various conditions, which is essential for the success of the products developed. In addition to design responsibilities, the engineer will create and maintain detailed design documentation, including CAD models, technical drawings, and specifications. Testing and validation of designs through prototyping and experimental procedures will also be a key part of the role. Collaboration with manufacturing teams is necessary to optimize designs for production and ensure a seamless transition from development to manufacturing. The engineer will conduct failure analysis and implement design improvements to enhance product reliability and performance, ensuring compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and customer requirements. The role also involves participating in project planning, scheduling, and reporting to ensure timely and successful project completion. The engineer will act as the technical point of contact for engineering-related efforts in new product development projects, which includes design creation, documentation, and manufacturing and test support. This position requires resolving issues related to production launch for new products and actively supporting product manufacturing efforts, including mechanical prototyping and engagement with the Integrated Product Team (IPT) to address production manufacturing processes and testing setups. Furthermore, the engineer will support activities to generate required technical inputs for proposals and participate in Sale Order Kick Off (SOKO) meetings, ensuring a thorough review of design engineering requirements. Active involvement in Sales Order Close Out (SOCO) meetings is also expected, where the engineer will document technical lessons learned and drive improvements for future contracts. The role requires participation in problem-solving team activities related to production anomalies and customer complaints, as well as providing support for continuous improvement activities.

Responsibilities Design and develop small ordnance devices such as start cartridges and linear ordnance lines. Conduct detailed analysis and simulations to ensure device performance and reliability under various conditions. Create and maintain detailed design documentation, including CAD models, technical drawings, and specifications. Perform testing and validation of designs through prototyping and experimental procedures. Collaborate with manufacturing teams to optimize designs for production and ensure seamless transition from development to manufacturing. Conduct failure analysis and implement design improvements to enhance product reliability and performance. Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and customer requirements. Participate in project planning, scheduling, and reporting to ensure timely and successful project completion. Provide input as the technical point of contact for engineering-related efforts in new product development projects. Resolve issues related to production launch for new products. Support product manufacturing efforts including mechanical prototyping and generation of technical design data. Participate in Sale Order Kick Off (SOKO) meetings and complete a thorough review of design engineering requirements. Document technical lessons learned during Sales Order Close Out (SOCO) meetings and drive improvements for future contracts. Participate in problem-solving team activities related to production anomalies and customer complaints. Support continuous improvement activities. Requirements BS degree in Engineering or related technical discipline from an accredited program. 5+ years previous work experience in relevant field preferred. Working knowledge of DOE, DFMEA, FMEA, Failure Analysis, Trade Studies or similar tools preferred. Working knowledge of engineering drawings, GD&T, tolerance analysis, lean practices, and associated business tools. Ability to apply strong engineering fundamentals to perform analysis and design. Working knowledge of SolidWorks or similar solid modeling software. Working knowledge of fundamental engineering analysis capability; finite element analysis, e.g., SolidWorks Simulation and/or ANSYS a plus. Proficient in MS Office applications, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Working knowledge of Access, Visio, and Project a plus. Possess professional oral and written communication of technical knowledge in a clear and understandable manner. Interpersonal skills promoting effective interaction with other staff, customers, and suppliers. Able to complete necessary research to leverage information outside of PSEMC to drive solutions and/or create new ideas in support of factory goals and strategic initiatives. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional problem-solving teams driving effective and timely solutions. Nice-to-haves Experience with finite element analysis software such as ANSYS. Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies.

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About PacSci EMC

Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company (PacSci EMC), a Fortive Corporation (NYSE: FTV) operating company, makes critical missions possible. From concept to demonstration to delivery, we provide leading-edge energetic materials, devices and subsystems for use in military and commercial applications. With engineering and manufacturing capability in Arizona and California, our associates work together to solve the toughest technical challenges with a dedication to Safety First, Quality Every TimeTM. We enable success for innumerable missions on a daily basis, impacting the lives of military personnel, law enforcement officers, commercial airline pilots, astronauts, and oil field operators. For nearly a century, PacSci EMC’s experience and expertise has been relied upon in the times When Milliseconds MatterTM. For more information, go to www.psemc.com.PacSci EMC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, sex, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, or veteran status. Nonetheless, pursuant to our subcontractor status on highly sensitive national security matters, Mechanical Assemblers and all other floor personnel who frequently shift cell assignments, as well as any personnel directly working with the following contract are subject to the following contractual provision: THAAD PRIME Flowdowns (H-Clauses) H-42 FOREIGN PERSONS, paragraph D., “All employees of all entities that make up the Contractor’s team, whether subcontractors, consultants, or anyone who works with or on behalf of the Contractor will be citizens of the U.S.” Accordingly, only U.S. citizens will be qualified to fill these roles. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. We all have a role in building a community where everyone belongs. Where you can speak your mind, be yourself, and feel supported. It’s how we achieve more together — for each other, for our customers, and for the world. https://www.fortive.com/inclusion-diversity

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Bonus or Equity
This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.

Pay Range
The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 65,100.00 - 120,900.00