Share Email Opening Title Manufacturing Engineering / Electronics  Astronics Subsidiary Astronics CSC   Location Waukegan, IL   Description Astronics Connectivity Systems and Certification (formerly Telefonix PDT and Astronics Armstrong Aerospace) serves as the experienced, global market leader for in-flight entertainment and connectivity (IFEC) solutions for aircraft. As a systems certification provider, Astronics CSC has worked on over 100 projects for industry partners to upgrade commercial and business aircraft with new passenger power systems, IFEC navigation, communication and flight safety systems. Additionally, Astronics CSC offers proven IFEC hardware systems, flexible design platforms, high customer satisfaction, and long-term relationships with industry leaders to help make the connected aircraft a reality. The company now employs over 300 employees, and is a six-time recipient of Chicago’s Best and Brightest Employers to Work For award.   Summary Responsible for working with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Configuration Management, Quality and Production teams to ensure the highest quality product, with easily manufactured designs, and efficient manufacturing processes. Follow design through the product life cycle. Help in the development of metrics reporting and development in order to maintain manufacturing facility efficiency. Along with Engineering, develop and design fixtures to increase efficiencies. This is a hands-on positions requiring the ability to read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and ability to trouble shoot point to point wiring. Contract Manufacturing experience preferred. Wire harness and coax cable assembly experience preferred. Working knowledge of Machined and Sheet Metal products preferred. Working knowledge of Aero Space, Medical and Automotive quality standards preferred. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The essential duties and responsibilities include the following, other duties as assigned. Work with Continual Improvement Department to create a visual workspace environment on the production floor to ensure clear communication of priorities. Work with Engineering to create and maintain visual work instructions to ensure clear assembly steps to assemblers, quality product, and ease of manufacturability. Work with Continual Improvement Department to create live metrics to drive manufacturing efficiency. Collaborate with engineering throughout the design process to ensure standardization of processes and assembly specifications (torque values). Assure cost effective designs by finding lower cost alternatives to parts and by working with vendors to establish volume discounts. Confer with Supply Chain and Supplier Quality Engineering to determine best sources for parts and services required by engineering. Work closely with manufacturing and vendors to understand limits and capabilities that may drive cost effective design. Providing engineering support for the production department and vendors to troubleshoot and resolve engineering and quality issues. Provide support and input into production floor layout, equipment, and improvements. Ensure required tooling is available on the production floor.     Position Requirements Qualifications  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Required: Bachelor of Science Degree in Manufacturing Engineering preferred. Degree in Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or in a related technical and/or equivalent field acceptable. Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical design and manufacturing for electrical harnesses and coaxial cable. Sheet metal and machined component experience a plus. Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills. Preferred: Experience in the Aviation/Aerospace or similar highly regulated industry. Experience with Intuitive or Epicor ERP software. 5+ years of experience working in a job shop contract manufacturing environment in an engineering capacity. 3+ years managerial experience. Hands on experience in a role of manufacturing and engineering liaison. An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a drug test and background check, and applicants who do not successfully pass both the drug test and background check will not be considered for employment. ACCOMMODATION REQUEST Astronics CSC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail CSC.HR@astronics.com or call: 847-244-4500. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.   COVID-19 CONSIDERATIONS The safety, health and well-being of our employees remains our top priority. Astronics is practicing employee safety precautions while onsite.   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time     About the Organization Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world's aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions. Astronics works side-by-side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, military branches, completion centers, and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics. We offer our breadth of technology solutions and services through 11 subsidiary business units and numerous award-winning product brands. Serving our customers is our first priority, and every day we honor this mission with quality, partnership, and energetic global vision.   EOE Statement Astronics is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://Astronics.appone.com

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