BAE Systems, Inc.
Overview
Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Machining at BAE Systems, a leading defense contractor and Fortune 500 company, based in Louisville, Kentucky. The role focuses on challenging current operations and improving machining processes across the site as a leader in machining innovation within the Production Value Stream, supporting solutions to improve customer delivery, cost and schedule. Responsibilities
Provide strategic technical direction and guidance on complex projects, influencing technical decisions and ensuring alignment with business goals Work with cross-functional teams, including design, quality, and production, to ensure seamless integration of machining processes Develop and optimize new machining processes, improve existing ones, and create necessary tooling and fixtures to improve efficiency, quality, and safety Identify new or additional equipment needs related to existing or new product manufacture Evaluate new or used equipment to determine benefits and return on investment, ability to maintain the physical and dimensional requirements of components, assemblies and products, and ability to meet safety and ergonomic requirements Prepare BOEs and appropriations for approvals and administrator spending of budgeted funding for tooling, fixtures, and equipment Monitor machine performances and coordinate preventative maintenance schedules and tooling & equipment calibration Identify and resolve complex technical issues related to machining processes, equipment and product quality Provide technical support to machinists & shop personnel, Operations and Scheduling Work with Quality Engineering to implement and maintain quality control measures throughout the machining process, including monitoring, periodic and final inspections Create and maintain documentation for routers & work instructions, tooling & equipment specifications, and engineering changes Create and maintain adequate documentation for analysis, research, and historical records related to machining processes Collaborate with Design, Quality and Operations to resolve manufacturing issues Support training and development of shop and floor personnel in machining best practices Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED with 6+ years experience, Associates Degree with 4+ years experience, or Bachelors Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, or related technical field with 2+ years experience Experience in using Siemens NX software for design & modeling of fixtures, components & parts, and connected to machine programming Experience with Vericut or other machining simulation software Knowledge of CNC machining (lathes, turning, milling, hobbing, routers, cutters, grinding, drilling, EDM, machine centers), manual machining, and related equipment, tooling & fixturing Familiarity with GD&T, blueprint reading, and machine tolerances Experience with MRP type systems and shop floor data collection Knowledge of materials and metallurgy relevant to machining operations Effective communication with technical and non-technical audiences, both verbally and in writing Knowledge of quality control procedures, inspection requirements, and relevant industry standards Ability to plan, execute, and manage complex projects, ensuring they are completed on time and with high-quality results Experience in problem-solving, priority setting, team engagement, communication and project management Proficiency with MS Office Suite products (SharePoint, Outlook, Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Visio, etc.) Preferred Qualifications
5+ years in a machine and manufacturing operation/environment Experience in Defense Contracting manufacturing Excellent time management, interpersonal and leadership skills Exposure to programming of multiple head configurations Exposure to programming of complex 3, 4, 5 axis mills and multi-axis lathes Experience with ROMs, BOEs and quoting of equipment & tooling Professional Certifications (PMP, CQE, Six Sigma, ISO, Problem Solving, etc.) Experience in Program/Project Management (PMP highly favored) Experience applying Lean manufacturing methods to reduce costs & improve quality Experience in value stream mapping, Visio, and layout of machining operations Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $86,460.00 - $146,982.00 Please note: This range is based on market pay structures. Individual salaries are determined by factors including business considerations, local market conditions, internal equity, and candidate qualifications. About BAE Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, delivering products and services for air, land and naval forces, advanced electronics, security, IT solutions, and customer support. The Platforms & Services sector does the big stuff in armored vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, ship repair, and more. Working here means using passion and ingenuity to defend national security with breakthrough technology and solutions. Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time
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Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Machining at BAE Systems, a leading defense contractor and Fortune 500 company, based in Louisville, Kentucky. The role focuses on challenging current operations and improving machining processes across the site as a leader in machining innovation within the Production Value Stream, supporting solutions to improve customer delivery, cost and schedule. Responsibilities
Provide strategic technical direction and guidance on complex projects, influencing technical decisions and ensuring alignment with business goals Work with cross-functional teams, including design, quality, and production, to ensure seamless integration of machining processes Develop and optimize new machining processes, improve existing ones, and create necessary tooling and fixtures to improve efficiency, quality, and safety Identify new or additional equipment needs related to existing or new product manufacture Evaluate new or used equipment to determine benefits and return on investment, ability to maintain the physical and dimensional requirements of components, assemblies and products, and ability to meet safety and ergonomic requirements Prepare BOEs and appropriations for approvals and administrator spending of budgeted funding for tooling, fixtures, and equipment Monitor machine performances and coordinate preventative maintenance schedules and tooling & equipment calibration Identify and resolve complex technical issues related to machining processes, equipment and product quality Provide technical support to machinists & shop personnel, Operations and Scheduling Work with Quality Engineering to implement and maintain quality control measures throughout the machining process, including monitoring, periodic and final inspections Create and maintain documentation for routers & work instructions, tooling & equipment specifications, and engineering changes Create and maintain adequate documentation for analysis, research, and historical records related to machining processes Collaborate with Design, Quality and Operations to resolve manufacturing issues Support training and development of shop and floor personnel in machining best practices Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED with 6+ years experience, Associates Degree with 4+ years experience, or Bachelors Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, or related technical field with 2+ years experience Experience in using Siemens NX software for design & modeling of fixtures, components & parts, and connected to machine programming Experience with Vericut or other machining simulation software Knowledge of CNC machining (lathes, turning, milling, hobbing, routers, cutters, grinding, drilling, EDM, machine centers), manual machining, and related equipment, tooling & fixturing Familiarity with GD&T, blueprint reading, and machine tolerances Experience with MRP type systems and shop floor data collection Knowledge of materials and metallurgy relevant to machining operations Effective communication with technical and non-technical audiences, both verbally and in writing Knowledge of quality control procedures, inspection requirements, and relevant industry standards Ability to plan, execute, and manage complex projects, ensuring they are completed on time and with high-quality results Experience in problem-solving, priority setting, team engagement, communication and project management Proficiency with MS Office Suite products (SharePoint, Outlook, Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Visio, etc.) Preferred Qualifications
5+ years in a machine and manufacturing operation/environment Experience in Defense Contracting manufacturing Excellent time management, interpersonal and leadership skills Exposure to programming of multiple head configurations Exposure to programming of complex 3, 4, 5 axis mills and multi-axis lathes Experience with ROMs, BOEs and quoting of equipment & tooling Professional Certifications (PMP, CQE, Six Sigma, ISO, Problem Solving, etc.) Experience in Program/Project Management (PMP highly favored) Experience applying Lean manufacturing methods to reduce costs & improve quality Experience in value stream mapping, Visio, and layout of machining operations Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $86,460.00 - $146,982.00 Please note: This range is based on market pay structures. Individual salaries are determined by factors including business considerations, local market conditions, internal equity, and candidate qualifications. About BAE Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, delivering products and services for air, land and naval forces, advanced electronics, security, IT solutions, and customer support. The Platforms & Services sector does the big stuff in armored vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, ship repair, and more. Working here means using passion and ingenuity to defend national security with breakthrough technology and solutions. Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time
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