Mfg Engineer II
General Dynamics OTS · Folsom, CA
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Base pay
- $84k–$114k
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 4+ years
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- 23 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at General Dynamics OTS (aerospace & defense) in Folsom, CA. Develops, evaluates, and improves industrial manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards.
- They ask for
- 4+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Tooling
- Base pay
- $84k–$114k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in California: typical posted base $111k–$173k. This one lists $84k–$114k.
Median of the low and high ends of 175 live postings that list pay, out of 446 manufacturing engineer openings in California, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 445 other live manufacturing postings in California.
- Base pay
- About 28% below similar roles
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (4+ vs 5+)
Typical $109k–$165k, from 154 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Tooling 51%
- New product launch 45%
- Root cause 39%
- Automation 35%
- Machining 27%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 26%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at General Dynamics OTS
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- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
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Mfg Engineer II at General Dynamics OTS in other locations
General Dynamics OTS lists this title in 4 places. Pick the plant you can get to.
- Hampton, AR
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- Saco, ME · $76k–$102k
Full description from General Dynamics OTSAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Job Summary
Plans, designs and constructs manufacturing facilities and related structures | Determines facility specifications, including analysis and evaluation of location, material resources and structural design | Resolves technical problems and recommends production improvements
Essential Functions
- ◆Develops, evaluates, and improves industrial manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards.
- ◆Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements, and workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
- ◆Determines the parts, equipment, tools, and processes needed to achieve manufacturing goals according to product specifications.
- ◆Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
- ◆Communicates manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, or other information to facilitate production processes.
- ◆Confers with vendors in order to determine specifications of products and arrange equipment, material purchase, and parts.
- ◆Evaluates products based on specifications and quality standards.
Required Qualifications
- ✓Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 2-4 years' experience
- ✓Discipline/Major: Engineering degree required
- ✓Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Preferred Qualifications
- ✓Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
- ✓Knowledge, skills & abilities: Oral and written communication skills. Ability to meet deadlines. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Problem-solving skills. Analytical thinking skills. Design expertise. Leadership skills.
Physical
Requirements
- ✓Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
- ✓Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
- ✓Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery.
- ✓May be requested to work a different shift.
- ✓This position is Safety-Sensitive.
Travel
Requirements
Up to 25% travel likely.
Pay Range (USD)
$83,950.00 - $113,600.00
Hired applicant may be eligible to participate in the Company’s Gain Sharing Program.
Paid Time Off
Employees will receive paid holidays and 120 hours of PTO annually and up to 3 weeks paid family leave.
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The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required
responsibilities
and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.
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Company Overview
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters. Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!
General Profile
- •Requires working knowledge and experience in own job discipline and broadens capabilities
- •Continues to build knowledge of the company, processes and customers
- •Performs a range of assignments related to job discipline
- •Uses prescribed guidelines or policies in analyzing situations
- •Receives a moderate level of guidance and direction
- •Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment