Share Email Opening Title Senior Manufacturing Engineer (2022-127)  Astronics Subsidiary Astronics AES   Location Kirkland, WA   Description JOB SUMMARY The Sr. Manufacturing Engineer ensures the production line is up and running through a variety of duties. The Sr. Manufacturing Engineer will update product changes, address problems on the production line, and perform line balancing. Additionally, the Sr. Manufacturing Engineer acts as a mentor to Manufacturing Engineers and executes NPI programs to completion. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Utilizes the DFMAT and PFMEA tools, documents manufacturing concerns and work with development teams to rectify these concerns Acts as a liaison in addressing quality and manufacturability concerns between internal and external suppliers and customers, identifying, and implementing improvements in cost, yield, and lead times Maintains a fundamental knowledge and understanding of industry standards and best practices. Assesses gaps between contractual requirements, industry standards and specifications against current company policies and procedures. Establishes and executes plans to address deficiencies Designs, develops, validates, and maintains tools and fixtures of moderate complexity Shares and transfers specialized process knowledge in key commodities to the Manufacturing Engineering team, as opportunities arise Supports supply chain and quality in conducting work transfers between suppliers, other Astronics’ business units, and/or internally, as needed Creates and maintains EPS (Engineering Process Specifications) and/or Manufacturing Engineering business process documents Performs troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of equipment of moderate complexity to minimize or eliminate production down time. Works with Test Equipment Support to implement preventative maintenance measures based on failure or maintenance data   Position Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited four-year university 3+ years direct experience related to the essential functions of this job Competencies: Demonstrates competent knowledge of: Judgment and Decision Making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members Complex Problem Solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do Systems Evaluation — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Usingrelevant information and individual judgment to determine whether eventsor processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks 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, and 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 $102,687 - $154,031.   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   See above   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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