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Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company

Manufactures high-reliability payload release systems

Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeSimsbury, CT, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A BS or MS in an engineering discipline is required, preferably in mechanical engineering or manufacturing engineering.
  • Manufacturing or related engineering experience in multi-part mechanisms and mechanical assemblies is required.
  • Knowledge of space vehicle mechanisms and systems is desired.
  • CAD, 3-D modeling, assembly creation, drawings, and GD&T experience is desired.
  • Design of tooling and fixtures is desired.
  • Knowledge of Design for Manufacturing methods and techniques is desired.
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with demonstrated ability to lead programs or projects, are desired.
  • Formal problem analysis and resolution experience is desired.
  • Project management skills, including the ability to document, plan, and execute programs, are desired.
  • Experience working with aerospace products and processes is desired.
  • Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing practices are desired.
  • Experience with Enterprise/Manufacturing Resource Planning (ERP/MRP) systems is desired.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) is desired.
  • Familiarity with and ability to work in Microsoft Project is desired.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, including manufacturing instructions, routings, process specifications, and tooling, as well as product testing requirements and methods.
  • Provide continuity during transitions from proposals to production by acting as the main technical liaison between the customer and EBAD.
  • Solve manufacturing problems, investigate process failures, and implement corrective actions.
  • Coordinate with other departments to ensure the production viability of new designs, create required documentation, and obtain internal and customer approval of documentation.
  • Interface with production personnel, including operators, quality inspectors, and shop floor supervisors.
  • Implement Lean methodologies, including standard work, point-of-use tooling, material presentation, and process improvements.
  • Develop automated test fixtures and assembly tools.
  • Develop manufacturing cell layouts, including tooling, machinery, and equipment.
  • Create Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (PFMEA).
  • Ensure technical compliance and conduct risk assessment.
  • Create standard work and contribute to manufacturing cell planning.
  • Track status and ensure completion of operations milestones and tasks for production programs.

Desired Qualifications

  • Knowledge of space vehicle mechanisms and systems.
  • CAD, 3-D modeling, assembly creation, drawings, and GD&T experience.
  • Design of tooling and fixtures.
  • Knowledge of Design for Manufacturing methods and techniques.
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with demonstrated ability to lead programs or projects.
  • Formal problem analysis and resolution experience.
  • Project management skills, including the ability to document, plan, and execute programs.
  • Experience working with aerospace products and processes.
  • Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing practices.
  • Experience with Enterprise/Manufacturing Resource Planning (ERP/MRP) systems.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
  • Familiarity with and ability to work in Microsoft Project.

About the Company

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company

Manufactures high-reliability payload release systems

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense provides high-reliability payload release and spacecraft deployment systems for space and defense missions, including Multi Point Payload Release Mechanisms (PRM) and Hold Down Release Mechanisms (HDRM). These mechanisms securely hold a payload during launch and release it on command to enable precise satellite deployment, built to meet strict safety and performance requirements. EBAD differentiates itself through its long aerospace heritage dating back to 1836 and its focus on mission-critical reliability, rigorous testing, and tailored engineering for defense and civilian space programs. Its goal is to deliver dependable, proven hardware and strong customer collaboration to help clients achieve successful missions while supporting STEM education initiatives.

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