Manufacturing Engineer

Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, process specifications, routings, and other production documentation.

Review engineering drawings, specifications, BOMs, and other technical documentation to ensure products can be manufactured effectively and consistently.

Evaluate and support the implementation of tooling, fixtures, equipment, and automation improvements to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and production capacity.

Support process validation and qualification activities for existing and modified manufacturing processes.

Partner with Quality Engineering to investigate defects, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions.

Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, and other process improvement methodologies.

Analyze manufacturing data, metrics, and trends to identify opportunities for process improvement, waste reduction, and increased production efficiency.

Work with Engineering and Production to evaluate design-for-manufacturability considerations and identify opportunities to improve manufacturability of existing products.

Support engineering changes and ensure manufacturing processes, documentation, BOMs, routings, and other production information are updated accordingly.

Train and support production personnel on new or updated processes, work instructions, tooling, and equipment.

Work with ERP/MRP systems to maintain accurate manufacturing information, routings, BOMs, and other production data.

Evaluate manufacturing processes and equipment for safety and ergonomic risks and support improvements that promote safe and effective production.

Participate in cross-functional projects and other initiatives as needed.

Must-Have Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and hands-on experience.

3+ years of manufacturing engineering experience, preferably in an environment involving complex assemblies, electromechanical products, cable assemblies, wire harnesses, or similar products.

Experience developing, documenting, troubleshooting, and improving manufacturing processes.

Strong ability to troubleshoot manufacturing problems, identify root causes, and implement practical, sustainable solutions.

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, BOMs, and other technical documentation.

Experience working directly with Production teams in a manufacturing environment.

Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.

Experience with ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing documentation.

Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Bonus Points If You Have:

Experience in aerospace, defense, medical device, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.

Experience with cable assemblies, wire harnesses, connectors, overmolding, or electromechanical assemblies.

Experience with automation, equipment development, tooling, or fixture design/implementation.

Experience with PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA, or process capability studies.

Experience with FAI/FAI documentation and AS9102.

Experience with CAD software.

Lean Six Sigma certification or formal Lean training.

Experience with ERP systems such as M3 or similar platforms.

Compensation Range:

$95,000 - $115,000/year + bonus

We are committed to a high-performance culture of ownership, responsibility, and accountability, which will lead to breakthrough results in service for our customers and highly motivated employees.

ISC is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Export Control Requirements (ITAR): This position requires access to controlled technical data. In accordance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations, applicants must be a “U.S. Person,” which includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), refugees, or asylees, or otherwise be eligible to obtain required export authorizations.