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Manufacturing Engineer (2022-126) 

Astronics Subsidiary Astronics AES  
Location Kirkland, WA  
Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Manufacturing Engineer ensures the production line is up and running through a variety of duties. The Manufacturing Engineer will update product changes, address problems on the production line, and perform line balancing.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Develops, implements and maintains methods, work instructions, and operation sequence and processes in the manufacture or fabrication of parts, components, sub-assemblies and final assemblies
  • Interfaces with Program Management, Production Control, Product Support,Quality Engineering, Design and Sr. Manufacturing Engineers to coordinate and support the release of new products and revisions to existing products
  • Estimates manufacturing cost, determines time standards, and makes recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing product lines, working independently or as a contributor to a team
  • Drives continuous improvement effortsto reduce waste, cost, and defects in Production, repair station, and in business processes. May be acting as departmental representative on across-functional team
  • Designs, develops, and validates basic tools and fixtures
  • Generates, executes,and documents validation plans and reports for product and equipment moves
  • Maintains records and reporting systems for coordination of manufacturing operations
  • Performs maintenance of basic equipment, tools, and/or fixtures as needed
  • Supports non-conformance/rejection and MRB
  • Performs all other duties as needed to support the business
 
Position Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited four-year university
  • 2+ years of direct experience related to the essential functions of this job

Competencies:

Demonstrates competent knowledge of:

  • Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
  • Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
  • Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
  • Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintaining them overtime.
  • Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
  • Management of Material Resources — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.
  • Troubleshooting — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  • Active Learning — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
  • Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be a US Person (under ITAR rules) to be eligible.
  • An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a drug test and background check. Applicants who do not successfully pass both the drug test and background check will not be considered for employment.

ACCOMMODATION REQUEST

Astronics AES 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 recruiting@astronics.com or call: 425-881-1700. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Astronics AES offers a competitive benefits package including:

Stay Healthy – Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, HSA, as well as voluntary life/AD&D, voluntary critical illness, accident prevention and hospital indemnity

Save for the Future – 401K & Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Find Balance – Employee Assistance Program, Hybrid work arrangements

Time for You – Generous Paid Time Off, starting at 120 hours, plus 12 Paid Holidays

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Washington State, Astronics AES is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range is specific to Washington State and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

At Astronics AES, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $66,740 - $100,109.

 
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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.  

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