Position Overview: The Production Engineering Department is seeking an Electrical Manufacturing Engineer to work with IPT (Integrated Product Teams) to usher the product through the manufacturing process to delivery. The successful candidate will possess the ability to influence, grow and evolve within a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities: In this position, you will be responsible for:

• Planning, monitoring and troubleshooting manufacturing operations related to circuit cards and electro-optical assemblies
• Reviewing and approving product designs and drawings for manufacturability and identifying tooling and fixture requirements
• Designing, reviewing, and approving tooling and fixtures and developing the processes for using them
• Developing and maintaining work instructions and manufacturing process documentation
• Ensuring manufacturing processes are capable of meeting approved design requirements and revising or developing new processes as required.
• Working in a cross-functional team while developing and maintaining relationships with internal and external customers and suppliers.

Education Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering; a concentration in Electrical Engineering is a plus. 

Experience Required: 

• 2-5 years of electronics assembly experience
• Planning, monitoring and troubleshooting manufacturing operations related to circuit cards and electro-optical assemblies
• Reviewing and approving product designs and drawings for manufacturability and identifying tooling and fixture requirements
• Designing, reviewing, and approving tooling and fixtures and developing the processes for using them
• Developing and maintaining work instructions and manufacturing process documentation
• Understanding of facility and assembly process development including capacity planning and project management
• Self-disciplined, with the ability to lead problem solving teams and drive results through the implementation of standard work, process certification and other root-cause corrective action tools
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and escalate issues as required.
• Familiarity with IPC J-Standard (IPC J-STD-001) and NASA Standards (NASA-STD 8739.x)
• Able to interpret and apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Knowledge of CAD and working with 3D models
• Understanding of common measurement and inspection equipment such as torque wrenches, multimeters, calipers, micrometers, feeler gauges, thread gauges, CMM’s, etc.
• Basic understanding of general machining processes and capabilities
• Strong prioritization and organization skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently while maintaining a high degree of flexibility.
• Well versed in MS Office Suite; Word and Excel required
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

Plus Skills:

• Prior experience in the aerospace or defense industry
• ACE, Six Sigma, and/or equivalent management system experience
• PTC Creo Parametric experience

The position is located onsite at our facility in Danbury, CT. Located in beautiful Fairfield County, Danbury offers a diverse economy, wonderful parks, cultural attractions, an impressive mix of private and public educational institutions and a vibrant arts scene. Our facility is nestled among a remarkable selection of communities to call home all with varying price points to fit many different budgets. We’re close to New York City, Boston, and other major cities – great for day trips and weekend getaways. Our lovely seasons along with award-winning institutions, colleges, cultural events, and a genuine sense of community brings a diverse population to the beautiful state of Connecticut!

EHS/Environmental Requirements:

• Able to lift/move computer and printer equipment

Collaborating with world class experts, you will have the opportunity to develop innovative solutions in fulfillment of our customers’ requirements. We believe in our mission, and we believe in supporting our employees. We offer policies and programs that provide opportunities for continual learning, career growth and work/life balance along with a full suite of health and welfare benefits. 

Employment with any of the ARKA Group companies in the US is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check and drug screen.

Due to contract requirements, US citizenship is required. Additionally, if you are a dual citizen (a citizen of the US and another country), the Company must obtain approval for you to have access to the information required for this position. You will not be able to begin employment until such approval is obtained and this may take several months.

Position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance. For your information, here is the form the government requires to begin the process of obtaining a clearance: https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf86.pdf

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

ARKA Group L.P. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.