Union Technologies is reindustrializing America’s defense manufacturing base with a first-of-its-kind Factories-as-a-Stockpile™ model, integrating advanced robotics, manufacturing, and software into sovereign factory systems at scale. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, UNION is dedicated to restoring America’s industrial strength and guaranteeing deterrence for the century ahead.
We recently emerged from stealth with $50M in funding led by top-tier venture investors and strategic partners. Read more in our Press Release
As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer your primary responsibility will be to take ownership of one or more manufacturing cells and manage that cells manufacturing process from beginning to end. Taking a hands-on approach, a successful Senior Manufacturing Engineer will monitor production and testing, assist in troubleshooting manufacturing issues, and drive continuous improvement efforts throughout the process.
Responsibilities:
Develop manufacturing methods and process drawings using standard GD&T practices and technical work instructions
MUST have metal working experience
Maintain revision control and revision changes for manufacturing process drawings
Review and approve manufacturing drawings for correct GD&T and accuracy
Ability to read and understand technical engineering drawings, specifications, and customer flow down requirements
Support the research, design, and selection of tooling, fixturing, and gauging to be used in the manufacturing process
Investigate and determine root cause using 8D and 5 why methods
Provide technical guidance in the disposition of non-conformances
Interpret inspection data during development phases and provide guidance
Support commercial quote activity by assessing technical feasibility and providing engineering calculations
Provide additional support to the engineering department as needed
Other duties as assigned
Skills and Preferred Knowledge
Knowledge of metals
Knowledge of Non-Destructive Testing including Magnetic Particle, Pressure Testing, and Dye Penetrant
Knowledge of Mechanical Testing including Tensile Test, Hardness Test, Ultrasonic Test, Magnetic Particle Test
Having a hands-on approach with assembly of designs and fixturing
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles
Ability to use basic inspection tools such as micrometers, caliper, and dial indicators
Excellent interpersonal, written, organizational and verbal communication skills
Ability to multitask with a focus on time management to meet schedules
A high attention to detail with a mechanical aptitude
Proficiency using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and Project)
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent field
Minimum 8 years of engineering experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment
Experience with AS9100
Strong experience in process drawings and GD&T per ASME Y14.5 standards
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by and employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to:
Walk; sit; stand; bend; lift; reach with hands and arms; stoop; kneel; crouch; crawl; use hands to fingers; handle or feel objects; and move continually during working hours
Lift over 50 pounds, along with over the head lifting
Vision abilities, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus
Able to work flexible hours – including over-time, and weekends to meet customer demands
Personal Protective Equipment - typically required to perform the essential functions of this job - will be provided.
Benefits & Perks:
Competitive pay with equity
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Stable schedule with overtime opportunities
Training and growth opportunities