Manufacturing Engineer

Kratos Industries LLC · Arvada, CO

Level: Engineer
Team: Manufacturing
Base pay: $95k–$125k
Degree: Required
Experience asked: 5+ years
Industry: Industrial
Posted: Recently

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level manufacturing role at Kratos Industries LLC (industrial) in Arvada, CO. Partner with Industrial Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to improve first-pass yield and reduce rework.

They ask for: 5+ years · degree required
Tools it names: Lean, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ)
Base pay: $95k–$125k

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How this role compares

Against 24 other live manufacturing postings in Colorado.

Base pay: In line with similar roles
Experience asked: Typical (5+ years)

Skills these teams ask for most

✓ Lean 68%
Tooling 60%
Six Sigma 52%
Root cause 44%
New product launch 40%
✓ Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 36%

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It asks for 5+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone on the team first.

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Key Responsibilities

BOM Validation & Material Alignment

· Validate BOMs at job release to ensure alignment between engineering models, JobBoss, and physical build

requirements

· Identify and resolve alternates, gaps, and inconsistencies prior to kit release

· Partner with Supply Chain and Logistics to ensure pick lists reflect true production needs

· Reduce material-related disruptions during assembly builds

· Kit Readiness & production Start Stability

· Support development and enforcement of formal kit verification processes

· Ensure kits are complete, accurate, and build-ready prior to release

· Drive improvements in clean start performance across all production lines

Production Process Definition

· Define how products are built at the line level, including build sequence and key constraints

· Ensure processes reflect actual production conditions and flow

· Partner with leadership to align process with layout and material presentation

· Work Instructions & Process Documentation

· Develop clear, operator-focused work instructions tied to validated BOMs and actual build flow

· Prioritize critical-to-quality steps and known failure points

· Support transition from tacit knowledge to structured, repeatable processes

Production Support & Issue Resolution

· Act as first-line engineering support for assembly-related issues

· Participate in Tier 2 escalation and drive closure of BOM, material, and process-related problems

· Work directly with technicians and leaders to resolve build issues in real time

Continuous Improvement & Cross-Functional Alignment

· Identify gaps between engineering output and production execution

· Improve BOM structure, material flow clarity, and process definition

· Partner with Industrial Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to improve first-pass yield and reduce rework

Required Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

· 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or assembly-focused engineering roles

· Direct, hands-on experience performing

✓BOM validation and material alignment
✓Work instruction development
✓Assembly process definition
✓Production support in a manufacturing environment

· Strong understanding of ERP/MRP systems (JobBoss or similar)

· Experience working in industrial equipment, or other high-precision manufacturing environments

· Experience in high-mix, low-to-mid volume manufacturing environments

· Demonstrated success reducing production disruptions tied to BOM or material issues

· Experience supporting kitting strategies and material readiness processes

· Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles

· Experience working closely with Assembly, Supply Chain, and Quality teams in a production environment

· Proven ability to improve build quality and consistency through process definition

Ideal Candidate Profile

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Description

Kratos Industries

Arvada, CO

Reports to: Sr. Director of Operations

Pay Range - $95,000.00 - 125,000.00 - based off prior experience

Hours - M-F 7:30 - 4:30

Position Overview

Kratos Industries is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to lead BOM validation, kit readiness, and production process definition within our advanced electrical equipment manufacturing operations.

This role will focus on ensuring engineering output is accurate, complete, and executable in production, with primary responsibility for, but not limited to:

· BOM validation and alignment (Engineering to ERP(JobBoss) to physical build)

· Kit readiness and verification processes

· Production process definition and build sequence

· Work instruction development

· Engineering-to-production integration

· Material and pick list accuracy tied to production sequence

· In-process issue resolution tied to design or BOM gaps

We are specifically seeking a Manufacturing Engineer who has worked directly in production environments, not solely supporting design, but ensuring product is buildable, repeatable, and aligned to real assembly conditions.

The successful candidate will be

· Detail-oriented with strong ownership of accuracy and execution

· Comfortable working on the shop floor daily

· Structured in thinking with strong problem-solving capability

· Able to translate engineering design into clear, executable steps

· Effective at working cross-functionally to resolve issues quickly

· Focused on building processes that enable stable, repeatable production

Why Kratos Industries?

Kratos Industries designs and manufactures advanced electrical equipment solutions serving industrial and infrastructure markets. As we scale operations in Arvada, CO, we are investing in foundational operational discipline to stabilize production, improve flow, and build a high-performing organization.

This role offers direct impact on production performance by ensuring builds start clean, flow predictably, and execute as designed.

The Perks

We care about your well-being both inside and outside of work. Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company matching to help you plan for the future, and generous paid time off (PTO). We also offer additional perks such as boot reimbursement and employee referral bonuses, supporting both your professional success and personal well-being.