General Dynamics C4 Systems
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State College,
Pennsylvania
14661
General Dynamics SATCOM Technologies is positioned to provide solutions for global satellite and wireless communications requirements. Our VertexRSI, Gabriel and Prodelin brands are the market leaders for base station and earth station communications products and services, VSAT antennas and antenna systems, and wireless backhaul products. We offer an exciting range of new communications products and services backed by the same high quality and expertise you've come to rely on.
Job Summary: Designs, implements, monitors and maintains manufacturing processes to achieve the most efficient, cost effective and high quality production possible; uses Lean tools to manage customer-focused quality improvements.
Essential Functions:
• Plan, coordinate, facilitate and lead continuous improvement lean events
• Interface between manufacturing and engineering to resolve questions/problems
• Assist Engineering with DFx (Design for Lean, Design for Test, etc)
• Analyze, troubleshoot and identify root cause failure analysis on identified systems. Drive issues
to closure with preventive measures
• Review new drawings and revised drawings for process implementation
• Work with assemblers and technicians to resolve assembly problems
• Liaison with contract manufacturers for process readiness and on going issue resolution
• Drive cost reduction by value engineering current processes
• Develop, improve and/or keep up-to-date process procedures
• Design test fixtures
• Develop assembly methods
• Develop documentation requirements (e.g. Acceptance Test Procedures, etc)
• Manage processes and projects
Machines and Equipment Involved:
• Electronic test equipment (multi-meters, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, etc.)
• PCB assembly equipment such as PNP machinery, solid solder deposition, wave solder and
through hole solder machinery
• Computer (various manufacturing software as needed, JDE ERP system, Word, Excel, board
development software, etc.)
• ESD equipment
• Solder Equipment
Hours of Work:
• 40 hours per week
• Additional hours as needed to accomplish job responsibilities
Relationships and Contacts:
• Interacts with all levels of supervision and management
• Interacts with all manufacturing and engineering staff
• Interacts with contract manufacturers
Accountability:
• Continual improvement in the process and production of all products
• Embody Guiding Principles (Customer First, Continuous Improvement, Honor Commitments)
• Comply with all SATCOM policies, procedures and regulations.
Experience and Education
• Recent experience working in an electronics manufacturing environment as a manufacturing
engineer preferred
• PCB manufacturing using small runs and quick changeovers
• LGA/QFN/micro-BGA Assembly Processes for high reliability and consistency.
• Familiar with both digital and RF circuit type assemblies.
• Experience with IPC/ISO/ANSI/SMTA/UL/CE and other nationally and internationally recognized
standards and processes.
• BS/MS in electrical/electronic or industrial/manufacturing engineering preferred.
• Familiarity with Labview is a plus
• Project/process management experience preferred
Skills, and abilities
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Demonstrated skills in collaborating with others across skill levels and disciplines to solve
problems.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to Get things done
• Ability to act with Enthusiasm and energize other people
• Ability to organize, be creative, and show initiative
• Ability to work effectively with little direction and/or few guidelines
• Knowledge of modern electronic assembly techniques and practices
• Knowledge of recognized drawing/drafting practices and standards
• Knowledgeable of mechanical principles, machining practices, the properties of metals, and the
application of mathematics and dimensions to production machinery and tooling.
• Knowledgeable of modern fabrication and assembly techniques and machine-shop practices and
techniques.
State College, PA
State College, Pennsylvania
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