Manufacturing Engineer II (Materials Science) - Elbit Systems of America

Elbit Systems of America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: www.elbitsystems-us.com.

Elbit Systems of America – Warfighters, Night Vision

Elbit Systems of America – Night Vision is a world leader in night vision technology, with more than two million Generation 3 image intensifier tubes produced and providing integrated solutions that meet customers' evolving challenges. During its 60-year production legacy, the company has secured more than 90-night vision related patents and supplies nearly 100 allied countries with their products. The company has more than 500 talented employees and operates in Roanoke, Virginia.

Process engineering position focused on the manufacturing of the Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) photocathode structure. Responsibilities include:

• Optimizing manufacturing processes and equipment to reduce defects in the growth structures, minimize cost, and reduce equipment downtime.
• Working with Operations group to manage process improvement, defect analysis, and technician training.
• Working in cross functional team settings to minimize or eliminate safety, quality, delivery, and productivity problems.
• Conducting failure analysis of components to determine root cause and implement corrective actions.
• Increase image intensifier performance (Photoresponse, spectral response, etc.) as part of cross-functional team.

• Ability to obtain a Security Clearance
• BS in Chemical, Mechanical or Materials Engineering or equivalent experience with critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• 3 years of technical experience or academic research in thin film deposition or related field
• Effective analytical and communication skills
• Proficiency in statistical analysis techniques and SPC
• Proficiency with designing structured experimentation
• Ability to work and collaborate well with others with a range of technical capabilities from process operators to production supervisors to engineering colleagues

Preferred:

• Experience with Aixtron deposition systems
• Six Sigma certification
• Experience writing complex MS Access queries
• Proficiency with statistical analysis software; Minitab, JMP, SAS…
• Ability to collaborate with all facets of the Night Vision organization
• Comfortable with self-initiating business and professional improvements
• Ability to support the organizational culture and build morale

Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401k program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identify Theft, Pet Insurance, and many more options
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Elbit Systems of America to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels based solely upon job-related qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetics or citizenship status.

EEO STATEMENT:

Elbit Systems of America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individual with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.  Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ACCESSIBILITY:

Elbit Systems of America is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.  If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email recruitingfw@elbitsystems-us.com.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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