Manufacturing Engineer Location: Bedford, IN | Full-Time | Onsite About the Role SAIC is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support a new contract focused on system production for the Department of Defense. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic production team working in a heavy fabrication and manufacturing environment. The Manufacturing Engineer will report directly to the Production Manager and will play a critical role in developing, implementing, and maintaining manufacturing methods, processes, and procedures to ensure the highest levels of quality, efficiency, and compliance. Key Responsibilities • Develop, implement, and maintain methods, operation sequences, and processes in the manufacture and fabrication of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies • Design sequence of operations and specify procedures for the fabrication of tools, equipment, and other functions that affect product performance • Support heavy fabrication, welding, mechanical assembly, and electrical assembly operations • Adapt machine and equipment design to factory and production conditions • Estimate manufacturing costs, determine time standards, and make recommendations for tooling and process requirements for new or existing product lines • Design and recommend efficient plant layout and arrangement of machines and equipment to maximize productivity • Incorporate inspection and test requirements into the production plan • Inspect performance of machinery, equipment, and tools to verify efficiency and investigate and initiate corrective action for problems and deficiencies • Develop manufacturing processes applicable to statistical process control • Ensure all processes and procedures are in compliance with applicable regulations and standards • Maintain records and reporting systems for coordination of manufacturing operations including Manufacturing Bill of Materials • Contribute to the completion of project milestones and program schedules Work Environment • This position is fully onsite in Bedford, IN • Supports a Department of Defense system production contract • Fast paced heavy fabrication and manufacturing environment requiring strong attention to detail and process discipline • Collaboration with internal teams as well as regular interaction with external customers and vendors Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree with a minimum of two (2) years of related manufacturing engineering experience • Additional training, certifications, and years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree • Experience in a heavy fabrication, welding, mechanical assembly, or electrical assembly environment • Proficiency with CAD software such as SolidWorks or equivalent • Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to provide solutions to technical problems of moderate scope and complexity • Exceptional attention to detail with a strong process driven mindset • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documents • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to professionally interact with external customers and vendors • Ability to work under general direction while following established procedures and exercising sound technical judgment • Must be a U.S. Citizen • Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance • SAIC will sponsor the clearance for the right candidate\ Preferred Qualifications • Experience supporting Department of Defense or government production contracts • Strong experience in setting up and optimizing production processes including defining and sequencing order of operations • Demonstrated ability to analyze existing production workflows and recommend changes to improve efficiency and reduce waste • Experience reviewing technical documentation, engineering drawings, and specifications with the ability to identify gaps and suggest engineering changes