Manufacturing Engineer (Lsi)

Astronics Luminescent Systems Inc.

130 Commerce Way

East Aurora, NY 14052

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Department: Engineering

Reports to: Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Salary Grade: Associate 7

AAP Classification: Professional

FLSA Status: Exempt

Revision Date: August, 16, 2023

Summary

Plans, directs, and coordinates manufacturing processes in industrial plant by performing the following duties

Essential duties and responsibilities

This job description does not imply that these are the only duties performed. Employees occupying this position will be required to follow any other related instructions and to perform any other job related duties requested by their supervisor. Furthermore, this does not establish a contract for employment and is subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

• Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing methods

• Assists with analysis and plans work force utilization, space requirements, and workflow

• Designs layout of equipment, machines, and workspace for maximum efficiency

• Confers with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods

• Consult with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards

• Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions and financial reporting.

• Confers with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes

• Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential

• This position may require knowledge of SOX / 404 internal audit controls and related documentation

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science Degree

• 1-3 years equivalent experience

• Knowledge of electromechanical systems, painting, machining, electronics required

• Experience with photometric equipment preferred

• Knowledge with chemicals and chemical processing/formulations preferred

• Computer skills in Microsoft office

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Due to federal contract obligations, must be a US Person in accordance with ITAR

SKILLS

Language Skills

Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions, correspondence and memos.

Mathematical Skills

Possess the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measurement, common fractions and decimals.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Possess the ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands and or arms to pull handles and push buttons and reach objects. Requirements may also include climbing, balancing, stooping, bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching or crawling. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment*

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

• The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Accommodation Request

Astronics LSI is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail LSINY.jobs@astronics.com; or call:716-655-0800. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

COVID-19 Considerations

The safety, health and well-being of our employees remains our top priority. Astronics is practicing employee safety precautions while onsite.

Compensation

$55,000-$85,000/year

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a drug test and background check, and applicants who do not successfully pass both the drug test and background check will not be considered for employment.