Manufacturing Engineer
Teledyne FLIR · Exton, PA
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Teledyne FLIR (aerospace & defense) in Exton, PA. Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes, workflows, and plant layouts.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Root cause, CAPA, ISO 9001, AS9100, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), Automation
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Find 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at this site
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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?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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About the role
Key Responsibilities
- ◆Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes, workflows, and plant layouts.
- ◆Analyze production data to identify opportunities for process improvement, waste reduction, and increased efficiency.
- ◆Lead continuous improvement and other operational excellence methodologies.
- ◆Develop and maintain work instructions, process documentation, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- ◆Support new product introductions by developing manufacturing processes and validating production readiness.
- ◆Investigate production issues and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- ◆Conduct root cause analysis for quality, safety, and operational challenges.
- ◆Evaluate and recommend equipment, tooling, automation, and technology solutions.
- ◆Collaborate with quality teams to ensure compliance with customer requirements, regulatory standards, and internal quality systems.
- ◆Participate in capital projects, including equipment selection, installation, commissioning, and validation.
- ◆Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and develop strategies to improve throughput, yield, utilization, and overall equipment utilization.
- ◆Support safety programs and ensure manufacturing processes comply with environmental, health, and safety standards.
- ◆Train production personnel in the new processes, equipment, and best practices.
Required Qualifications
- ✓Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- ✓5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience
- ✓Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, production systems, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- ✓Proficiency with CAD software and manufacturing process design.
- ✓Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- ✓Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
- ✓Ability to generate and deliver presentations
- ✓Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ERP/MRP systems.
Preferred Qualifications
- ✓Experience with SAP
- ✓Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, or similar quality systems.
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Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.
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Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.
We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.
Job Description
The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and improving manufacturing processes to enhance productivity, quality, safety, and cost efficiency. This position works closely with production, quality, maintenance, supply chain, and engineering teams to ensure products are manufactured according to specifications while meeting operational and business objectives.
What we offer
- •Competitive pay and comprehensive health benefits
- •401(k) with company match and retirement plans
- •Paid time off and flexible work arrangements
- •Professional development and training opportunities
- •Employee wellness programs and assistance resources
- •A collaborative environment working on mission-critical technology
What happens next
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