Manufacturing Engineer at Fairbanks Morse Defense

Ward Leonard, a Fairbanks Morse Defense Company, is an industry-leading provider of electric motor, generator, control, and service solutions critical to Naval applications for more than 120 years. Located in Thomaston, Connecticut, Ward Leonard has worked hard to build a reputation as being a trusted name in powering the defense industry. This trust within the market is not possible without the continued hard work, commitment, and dedication of our team who respect the importance of what we do and the impact it has on the servicemen and women.

Mission-Driven. Honor-Bound. Fairbanks Morse Defense. What’s your calling? For the men and women of Fairbanks Morse Defense, it’s the rapid and effective support of the fleets that entrust us to design, develop, and deliver the best naval power technology on the planet. We’re one of the nation’s leading marine defense contractors because of the highly trained and dedicated teams that provide reliable power systems, parts, and aftermarket services to the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and Canadian Coast Guard. When you join Fairbanks Morse Defense, you join a legacy of commitment that spans 150 years. Fairbanks Morse Defense offers competitive benefits with a wide range of training and development opportunities. Our world-class teams are dedicated to helping every individual achieve their full potential. Discover what it’s like to be a part of the Fairbanks Morse Defense team here: https://www.fairbanksmorsedefe..

Position Summary

Join our team as a Manufacturing Engineer and work closely with our engineering and operations teams to enhance and streamline our manufacturing processes. You will be responsible for developing process instructions, supporting CNC programming, and working with advanced machinery including 5-axis mills, horizontal and vertical lathes, and cylindrical grinding machines.

Essential Functions:

• Set up Manufacturing Processes:

• Create Work Instructions
• Use SolidWorks to create Operation level Prints
• Create fail safe inspection processes
• Design fixtures for new/existing parts
• New part process planning
• Update setup documentation

• Programming, set up and operate CNC 5ax Mill-turn, Horiz. and Vert. Turning, and Grinding:
  • Review of specifications, verify procedures and accuracy
  • Ability to read blueprints/drawings with ASME Y14.5 GD&T
  • Maximizing machine uptime, efficiency, and quality to exceed goal of 90% OEE
  • Develop and maintain tool data sheets
  • CNC programming on Fanuc, OSP and Siemens controls
  • Verify CNC program using Vericut

• Maintaining of equipment including:
  • Reporting of necessary repairs
  • Trouble shooting
  • Tooling and Fixtures

Education / Skills:

• Must be U.S. Citizen due to our government contracts
• High School Degree
• Experience with inspection and metrology tools including micrometers, calipers, optical comparators
• Experience Programming of 5 Axis Machining Centers, Horizontal and Vertical Lathes, and Cylindrical Grinding using CAM software - Mastercam experience preferred
• Expert user of CAD and 3D Modeling software – SolidWorks experience required
• Bachelor’s in engineering is preferred
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2008
• Lean Experience
• 5-axis milling, turning and grinding experience preferred

Physical & Environmental Requirements:

• This job requires long periods of sitting. Since overhead cranes are available in all work areas, Technicians are not required to lift more than 50 pounds.
• Keeps work area clean and free of scrap materials.
• Wears and complies with all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) applicable to work area, including but not limited to eye protection and safety shoes.
• Follows all safety rules applicable to machines as stated on posted signs and in Company policy.

Fairbanks Morse Defense offers a competitive benefits package including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, and 401k retirement plan with employer match. In addition, we offer paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled