Manufacturing Engineer

About Us

Metamagnetics (Metamag) is a fast-growth defense-tech company focused on enabling electromagnetic spectrum dominance for the evolving battlespace. We engineer disruptive technologies that redefine the capabilities of the RF front-end to solve the persistent challenges of electronic warfare. Our customers include the Department of Defense, major defense prime contractors and leading technology companies.

Metamag is a mission-oriented company with a collaborative culture that fosters growth and success for our employees. Our team has deep expertise in materials science, high-frequency engineering and product development. We combine a dynamic startup vibe with the stability of an established company that has been a trusted partner to our customers for nearly two decades.

Metamag is located in the Boston metropolitan area.

Position

The Manufacturing Engineer works as part of an interdisciplinary team on a wide variety of design, manufacturing, drafting, fabrication and prototyping, as well as data analysis tasks. Supports the team in the development, validation, automation and troubleshooting of manufacturing processes and manufacturing equipment used to design state-of-the-art products.

A successful applicant will demonstrate strong interest in research and development, excellent analytical and critical thinking skills, good oral and written communication skills, and an ability to work with their hands.

This is a great opportunity to join a rapidly growing defense-tech startup that is making a real impact on the industry, as well as to work with an exceptional team of RF, electrical, mechanical and materials engineers. This position will report to the company’s Director of Advanced Manufacturing.

Key responsibilities for this position include:

· Prepares documentation for new manufacturing processes or production procedures as well as operations manuals for new or existing equipment.

· Oversees the development of new processes, methods, and production controls and updates production documentation to reflect. Creates and shepherds associated engineering change requests through the configuration management processes, implementing the changes after approval by Engineering leadership.

· Train assembly technician workforce on new or updated work instructions, workflows, inspections, routers, kit lists, designs, etc.

· Identify opportunities and implement changes to improve processes (yield, duration, touch labor hours, reliability, first pass quality, etc) or reduce costs using knowledge of fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment, assembly methods, quality control standards, or product design, materials, and parts. Determine root causes of failures using statistical methods.

· Perform Installation Qualification, Operational Qualification, and Performance Qualification of new equipment added to the assembly baseline.

· Maintains knowledge of new and developing manufacturing technology, equipment, and applications; applies this knowledge to recommend and implement new technology and processes.

· Develop sustainable manufacturing technologies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, minimize raw material use, replace toxic materials with non-toxic materials, replace non-renewable materials with renewable materials, or reduce waste.

· Collect data on materials that fail incoming inspection and initiate return material authorizations. Work with critical suppliers to identify, track, and resolve issues with part quality.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering (preferably, Mechanical Engineering) with 5+ years’ experience
• Hands-on skills, including CNC machining, PCBs, 3D-Printing, and assembly a plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess problems or issues with manufacturing equipment, processes, and performance.
• Good working knowledge of 2D and 3D CAD drafting tools, such as SolidWorks and AutoCAD
• Good knowledge of production principles and techniques
• Ability to communicate with customers and vendors
• Solid understanding of fundamentals of Solid Mechanics and Thermodynamics
• Full-time exempt position, onsite at Metamagnetics
• US Citizenship or Permanent Residency
• Possess or have ability to hold a Security Clearance (secret)

Benefits

• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families (premiums fully paid)
• Competitive Paid Time Off program
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and accidental death & dismemberment coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance

Metamagnetics Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

Pay: $115,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Relocation assistance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a US Citizenship or Permanent Residency?

Work Location

In person