What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Engineer, Manufacturing position at Executive Recruiting Group?
We are seeking a Principal Manufacturing Engineer who can develop manufacturing processes and assembly methods that transition designs into reliable, repeatable production.
Key Responsibilities:
- Own layout, build-out, and utilization of the prototype build and test laboratory , equipment, space, and workflow.
- Lead and coordinate prototype builds and support development tests both on-site and at our test site
- Drive manufacturing engineering for missile interceptor components and full vehicles, from concept through first article.
- Run trade studies on fabrication, test, and lab equipment and make the buy/build call.
- Lead prototyping and manufacturing process development, and start building the processes that will carry the design into the pilot line.
- Mentor and set technical direction for manufacturing engineers as the team grows.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (or equivalent experience)
- 10 years of experience in a aerospace/defense manufacturing environment
- Experience procuring and installing capital equipment
- Strong knowledge of industrial safety standards and compliance
- Experience supporting laboratories, manufacturing, or R&D environments
- Project management experience with multiple concurrent initiatives
- Applicants must be a U.S. citizen
Preferred Qualifications:
- Rocket propulsion or missile structures
- Thermal protection systems (TPS)
- Can obtain a DoD Security Clearance
- Experience supporting propulsion testing or flight hardware qualification
Salary : $150,000 - $180,000