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Job Description - Manager, Manufacturing Engineering (340712)

Manager, Manufacturing Engineering (Job Number: 340712)

About This Role

You will be responsible for:

• The Manager, Manufacturing Engineering (ME) manages a team of Manufacturing Engineers focused on developing tooling, resolving and preventing production issues, and incorporating design changes.
• The team corrects errors in work instructions and parts allocations in real time, eliminating downtime and inefficiencies.
• The ME Supervisor restructures work scope between build stations to maintain efficient product flow and provides on‑the‑spot coverage for questions on scope, technical details, or blueprint interpretation.
• The ME Supervisor guides the team in reviewing Engineering Change Notice (ECN) content to prevent future issues from reaching production.
• The ME Supervisor ensures production support departments work together to meet schedule and objectives, develops and maintains team performance metrics, and implements corrective actions.
• In coordination with the ME manager, provides strategic direction for short‑ and long‑term improvements regarding safety, quality, and cost.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily production issue firefighting and resolution.
• Restructuring Bill of Material (BOM) and work instructions to improve product flow.
• Work closely with manufacturing Leadership teams to bridge design and build.
• Ensure all manufacturing safety regulatory policies and procedures are implemented and maintained.
• Support all current and new product introductions.
• Review proposed change content for impacts.

Education

B.S. degree in Engineering or related engineering discipline required.

Position Requirements

• 3+ years direct leadership experience.
• 4+ years experience in manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, or equivalent, preferably in marine/military/aerospace field.
• Good working knowledge of electronic and mechanical engineering and skilled in manufacturing processes, methods, and best practices.
• Strong knowledge of lean principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and other process improvement techniques.
• Proven track record of implementing process improvements, cost reductions, and productivity enhancements.
• Experience working with MRP/ERP systems is recommended.
• Experience with shop practices in product planning and with military specifications for systems, products, and materials.
• Skilled in sound management techniques and experienced in dealing with and getting action from people not under direct supervision.
• Ability to work independently and closely with a diverse team.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem identification/analytical resolution skills using statistical methods.
• Ability to interface effectively with peers, employees, and management across the organization.

Benefits

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Education Assistance
• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.