Manufacturing Engineer II - Milling - BuildSubmarines.com

Come grow with Marotta, named one of New Jersey's Top Workplaces for the third year running and a Top Workplace USA for 2024.You will have room to grow and be a part of an exciting team, all within a warm and welcoming environment.

Marotta Controls, Inc. specializes in the design, development, and production of precision control components and systems. Founded in 1943, Marotta has been at the forefront of Aerospace & Defense milestones for over 80 years from breaking the sound barrier on the Bell X-1 and landing the first man on the moon to playing a critical role on today's advanced U.S Navy platforms as well as the emerging commercial pace industry.

Our products and expertise range from high performance valves to complete sub-systems that integrate electronic controls, actuators, and power conversion systems. We have received over 200 patents for our technologies and support the most demanding applications found on military aircraft, tactical systems, submarines, surface ships, satellites and space launch vehicles. Our teams have repeatedly been recognized for outstanding performance by some of the most prestigious organizations in the world including The Boeing Company, Lockheed Martin, NASA & Northrop Grumman.

Manufacturing Engineer II - Milling

POSITION PROFILE:
This position is primarily responsible for creating, maintaining and optimizing CNC Programs (Milling & Turning Centers), Operation/Tool Sheets, Mfg. Routers and tool/fixture designs utilizing best practices to effectively support machine shop operations for Marotta Controls, Inc. Your knowledge/expertise should include both Gibbs or Mastercam, and PRO-E. This knowledge will be applied during the design phase of new products, redesign phase of existing products, equipment set-up activities, cost estimates, facility layout plans, root cause troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives. The incumbent must be a dynamic individual who can multi-task and oversee various activities associated with aerospace manufacturing ensuring that Mfg. Eng. activities are conducted in a manner that complies with company requirements (i.e. regulatory, safety, administrative, etc.). This position requires effective interaction with a broad spectrum of people both internal and external to the organization to successfully support operations and the corporate strategic vision.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• 5 years of related experience in a machine shop manufacturing environment (Aerospace preferred, but not required)
• 2 years of Gibbs and/or Mastercam & PRO- E usage
• High School or (GED) Diploma, Bachelor's degree in Mfg. Engineering or related field preferred

• Self-motivated individual who possess the ability to analyze, organize, plan, prioritize assignments, multi-task and achieve results through interaction with others
• Possess math skills required to design tools/fixtures and generate accurate, safe CNC Programs in an effective manner. Ability to interpret various types of graphs and data required for problem solving, SPC, etc.
• Demonstrate effective verbal/written communication skills required for interacting with all levels of personnel both internal and external to the organization
• Secure external resources (subcontracted services) to maintain and ensure machine shop equipment is operational
• Knowledgeable/proficient in the areas of Lean Manufacturing concepts, employee training, development of equipment, operation, & training procedures/policies, effective application of mfg. methods, tool/fixture design, material selection, facility layout plans, cost estimates, DFM concepts, GT&D practices, machine shop documentation (operator./tooling sheets, routers, etc.), root cause investigations, trouble shooting, performance metrics and machine shop operational activities
• Must be computer literate. Demonstrate proficiency using Gibbs or Mastercam & PRO-E, CAD/CAM.
• Ability to read, interpret documents (i.e. procedures, blueprints/technical drawings, etc.) and use necessary measuring devices/equipment to confirm tooling/fixturing geometries and dimensions
• Must be a US Citizen

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Abide by all safety, quality, housekeeping and company policies/procedures to ensure compliance to various regulatory and internal system requirements
• All practices and activities related to Mfg. Eng. must be performed in a manner which supports commonality, standardization (where applicable), First Past Yield and utilization of safe/best industry practices
• Create, maintain and refine detailed mfg. documentation (i.e. Operation Sheets, Routers, Set-up/Tooling sheets, etc.) through effective selection of manufacturing methods (inclusive of inspection point selection)
• Assist in securing external resources (subcontracted services) to maintain and ensure machine shop equipment is operational to achieve production efficiencies, and on-time customer shipments
• Generate, optimize, validate and maintain C.N.C. Programs for CNC MILLING and CNC TURNING CENTERS through the effective application of Gibbs & PRO-E CAD/CAM software
• Design efficient/safe tools and fixtures required to support machine shop operations
• Generate accurate estimates (i.e. set-up, cycle time, material, etc.) using cost effective mfg. methods
• Define, monitor and communicate the status of performance metrics to management. Implement appropriate actions to resolve identified issues
• Effectively communicate issues in a timely manner to all affected parties internal/external to the Marotta Organization
• Train and provide guidance to personnel required to support the goals and objectives associated with Mfg. Eng. and machine shop operations
• Foster a positive, cooperative and safe work environment through effective communication at all levels of the Marotta organization
• Actively participates in team meetings, root cause investigations, trouble shooting activities (as req'd), continuous improvement initiatives/programs, etc. to provide constructive recommendations and initiate actions to support company initiatives/goals/vision

Work Environment :

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to conditions typical of a manufacturing/machine shop environment, including, but not limited to: fluids, fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, noise and vibration
• This job interacts both in a professional office environment and a manufacturing/machine shop environment. This role uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines, as well as environments inclusive of the appropriate eye, hearing and foot protection (as required).
• Temperature of work environment may be affected by outside/external temperatures, machining processes, etc.
• Overtime and weekend may be required, if job duties demand.
• No travel is expected for this position

Physical Requirements :

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
• The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, and to use hands to finger, handle or feel
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• The employee is regularly required to stand at length (7-8 hours, daily), sit, walk, stoop, bend, turn, balance, and/or crouch, and move about the facility.
• The employee may be required to lift and/or move items weighing up to 40 pounds, and occasionally up to 70 lbs.

This position is at our Montville, NJ corporate offices location.

Many of our contracts require proof that you are a U.S. citizen and/or that an export license has been obtained for employees who are citizens of certain countries. Your employment, both initially and continually thereafter, is conditioned on production of such proof of citizenship and/or any export license that may be required to comply with any and all applicable laws, regulations, or executive orders, or required by Federal, State, or local government contracts.

We offer a highly competitive compensation package for this outstanding position plus a quarterly bonus along with a full range of top quality benefits and employee services including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, life and disability income insurance programs, 401k retirement plans with company match, generous tuition aid program, paid vacation, sick and personal days, paid holidays and flexible work hours with compressed work week options. We recognize and reward our employee's accomplishments and host several employee engagement events per quarter.

If you are looking to grow or accelerate your career and be part of a best in class organization while enjoying a work-life balance, please visit our website at www.marotta.com to learn more about us and to apply. Check out all our openings at https://marotta.com/job-openings/

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity employer M/F/IWD/Veterans

VETERANS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

No agencies, please.