Contractor Associate Manufacturing Engineer (Manufacturing Engineer, Associate) at Redwire Space

Redwire is accelerating humanitys expansion into space by delivering reliable economical and sustainable infrastructure for future generations.The talented innovators in Goleta CA are a leading developer and provider of satellite mechanisms deployable structures and booms and deployable solar array systems to the global space market.The team is revolutionizing spaceflight and are currently being utilized on missions with NASA the Department of Defense and commercial space companies. With many more exciting projects on the horizon our team could use your curiosity passion talent and experience to help us Build Above.Space Systems Goleta a Redwire business unit is accelerating humanitys expansion into space through systems engineering that supports the design development integration testing and operations of science and exploration spacecraft. Space Systems Goleta also designs builds and tests flight hardware for earth orbiting as well as deep space spacecraft.SummaryWe have a current opportunity for aContractor -AssociateManufacturing Engineerlocated at our facility in Goleta CA.ResponsibilitiesGeometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)New Product IntroductionSet-up an entire product line including layout capacity planning work instructions tooling and equipmentEnsure manufacturing procedures follow safety and environmental regulationsIdentify and implement best practices continuous improvement initiatives and manage KPIsEnsuresassemblies can be manufactured with consistent standards throughout the factoryTrain staff in new and existingmanufacturing proceduresMay act as lead to techniciansAnticipate plan for production problems and resolve them with minimal delay and minimal directionWrite activity and project reports; develop action plans test procedures and other documentation to support production operationsDevelop and maintain time standards for assembliesInvestigateand resolvenon-conformancesinclude writing all rework instructions and dispositionsWork closely with Quality Assurance to resolve issuesWork with vendors oncorrective actionsCollaborate with other engineerscontractorsand suppliersWrite and implement Engineering Change OrdersMaintainallengineering BOMs and drawings released in manufacturingResponsible for accuracy of engineering drawings and BOMsWork on multiple projects concurrently and meeting aggressive task deadlinesMust take ownership of assigned projects and drive all aspects to on-time completionIdeal ExperienceBachelors degree Masters degree or Doctorate in engineering (manufacturing industrial or mechanical)0-2years of experience ina manufacturing engineering or related roleExperiencein SolidWorksor CAD Excel Power Point VISIO and Microsoft ProjectDesired SkillsSix Sigma training and 5S for manufacturing. Green Belt preferredSelf-starter who strives to continuously improve processesWork independently or part of a teamStrong commitment to qualityWork well under pressureFoster teamwork with techniciansand engineersEffective communicator oral and writtenExcellentproblem-solvingskillsSalary$37.39 -$53.00 hrly rateGrow with us as we innovate the next generation capabilities for a new era of space exploration! We offer a highly competitive benefits package along with a commitment to our core values of Integrity Innovation Impact Inclusion and Excellence.How We Determine What We Pay (Compensation Philosophy)Redwiredetermines pay for positions using local national and industry-specific survey data for our locations throughout the US. We will evaluate external equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company.For new hires we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. Salaries will be based on the applicants level of experience education and specialized knowledge and skills. Additionally we consider the external market rate the amount we have budgeted internally and internal equity within the company for the same position. An employee/candidate with a stronger skill set will be considered for higher pay.Redwire is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Redwire is governed on the basis of merit competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race color religion gender national origin/ethnicity veteran status disability status age sexual orientation gender identity marital status mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.All offers of employment at Redwire are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check and your ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the US. Note that some positions will also require US citizenship or ability to obtain a security clearance due to requirements of a classified program.To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident of the U.S. protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITARClick HereRequired Experience:IC Key Skills Lean Manufacturing,Six Sigma,CNC Programming,Lean,Machining,Tooling,CAD,CNC,Assembly Experience,SolidWorks,Kaizen,Manufacturing Employment Type : Contract Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 37 - 53