At Daniel Defense Only the Best Build the Best…

Daniel Defense engineers and manufactures the world’s finest weapon systems and accessories. Our mission to honor God and defend freedom is accomplished by serving customers and providing top quality solutions to our military, law enforcement and civilians that are seeking premium firearms for home defense, hunting, and sport shooting.

As a Manufacturing Engineer 3 you will provide technical leadership supporting assembly and test manufacturing operations through process development, production troubleshooting, fixture design, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for demonstrating commitment to and leadership of environmental health and safety principles, policies and procedures.
• Plan, develop, and improve manufacturing processes supporting assembly and test operations.
• Analyze assembly processes to maximize efficiency through optimization of workflow, equipment layout, and standardized assembly methods.
• Design, develop, and implement assembly tooling, fixtures, and workholding solutions to support production requirements.
• Provide engineering support for production operations by troubleshooting process, tooling, and equipment issues affecting quality or throughput.
• Support development and improvement of torque-controlled assembly processes including tooling selection, verification methods, and process documentation.
• Participate in Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) activities by providing manufacturing input during product design and development.
• Lead or contribute to Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) activities to identify manufacturing risks and implement effective process controls.
• Research, design, develop, test, and improve manufacturing processes by studying product design, manufacturing methods, and production equipment.
• Support manufacturing technologies including vision inspection systems, laser engraving equipment, and manufacturing test systems used in production processes.
• Conduct audits of assembly processes and work instructions; solicit observations from operators to identify improvement opportunities.
• Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing workflow, space requirements, equipment layout, takt time, and cycle time.
• Assure product and process quality by validating manufacturing processes, supporting capability analysis, and confirming manufacturing standards.
• Maintain operational readiness of production tooling and equipment by coordinating maintenance and repair activities.
• Maintain product and manufacturing process documentation within company systems.
• Participates in the company’s efforts to continuously improve Safety, 6S, Quality, Delivery and Productivity.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior manufacturing engineers.
• Expected to be a contributor to the company standards on high integrity, safety, fair and equitable treatment and a positive work environment
• Other responsibilities as deemed appropriate or necessary by the VP and/or management.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s Degree with 4–7 years of prior manufacturing engineering experience in a production environment or a combination of related experience, education and/or training sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
• Contributes to moderately complex aspects of projects and works independently while collaborating with cross functional teams.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing engineering concepts, practices, and procedures related to assembly and production environments.
• Experience with GD&T and SolidWorks or similar CAD software for fixture design, tooling development, and engineering documentation.
• Strong understanding of assembly processes including torque-controlled assembly methods, assembly tooling, and standardized work development.
• Experience supporting Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) reviews and providing manufacturing input during product development.
• Experience developing or supporting Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) activities.
• Experience developing manufacturing process flows and improving production workflow
• Understanding of manufacturing performance metrics including takt time, cycle time, throughput, and line balancing.
• Experience supporting automated manufacturing systems such as vision inspection systems, laser engraving equipment, or manufacturing test systems is beneficial.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex manufacturing issues and support root cause investigations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, identify and address problems, meet deadlines, stay within budget and work under pressure.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with production personnel, supervisors, quality, and cross functional engineering teams.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize and work in accordance with our Company Values.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and carry awkward items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting and bending throughout the work day.
• Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment, to include working in and around machinery, exposure to noise and chemicals, lights/lasers, etc.
• Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protection Equipment as required by your position and/or Company policy.

Daniel Defense is an EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability employer and promotes a "Drug-Free Workplace."

Note: The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by those assigned to the job. This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this job. Responsibilities are subject to change at the discretion of the employer and do not establish a contract of employment – Daniel Defense is an at-will employer.