Manufacturing Process Engineer

Manufacturing Process Engineer

Antcom, part of the Hexagon Group of companies, specializes in quick-turn, customized design of high-quality antenna products. We excel in designing, developing, and manufacturing products for a variety of industries including aerospace, defense, marine, agriculture, and space industries.

We are currently searching for a highly motivated Manufacturing Process Engineer to support Operations which includes Production, New Product Introduction (NPI), and Continuous Improvement (CI) efforts across multiple departments. This role reports to the Senior Operations Manager and is a key supporting function for cross-department collaboration and communications to ensure successful manufacture of new and existing products. This role offers the opportunity to make a big impact on manufacturing efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery of products which are designed into high profile applications from around the world.

The Company: Hexagon is a global leader in digital reality solutions, combining sensor, software and autonomous technologies. We are putting data to work to boost efficiency, productivity, quality and safety across industrial, manufacturing, infrastructure, public sector and mobility applications. You’ll be joining over 22,000 people in 50 countries on the leading edge of your field.   

This position is with Hexagon’s Autonomy & Positioning division, a global technology leader, pioneering end-to-end solutions industry leaders rely on for assured positioning and autonomy on land, sea and air. Our work touches every aspect of life, from sustainability on Earth to enabling autonomy. Within the Autonomy & Positioning division, your work will contribute to the operation of our brand Antcom.  

The Location: Hexagon is a global company with locations around the world. This position is based in Torrance, CA. 

As Manufacturing Process Engineer, you will:  

• Improve quality and efficiency within Operations and Manufacturing processes
• Develop and improve manufacturing processes by creating work instructions, fixtures, and shop aids
• Lead New Product Introduction (NPI), driving pilot builds of new products. Write reports and resolve issues to enable effective Production release
• Lead and support implementation of Lean Manufacturing principles
• Provide Design for Manufacturing (DFM) feedback to product design engineers
• Identify and resolve product quality issues
• Validate and execute process and engineering changes
• Provide technical training on NPI and changes to processes
• Partner and collaborate with other departments to increase quality and efficiency within Operations

Must-Have: 

• Minimum five years of experience as Manufacturing Engineer (or similar role) or Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering (or related discipline)
• Minimum three years of experience in leading manufacturing process improvement projects
• Formal training and strong experience in Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) or other problem-solving tools
• Strong experience in creating documentation for work instructions, procedures, and technical reports
• Strong experience in creating shop aids such as fixtures and visual aids
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and CI
• Experience in using CI tools such as Value Stream Maps, SPC, and PFMEA
• Excellent communication skills; Ability to clearly and concisely explain technical and conceptual ideas
• Efficient knowledge of MS Office including Visio
• Familiarity with SolidWorks, Creo, or other 3D modeling software
• Ability to travel within the U.S. and internationally for typically less than one week at a time
• Applicants for select positions that require access to information controlled by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”) must be US Persons per ITAR §120.15 and EAR §772.1 (i.e., a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or admitted to the U.S. as an asylee or refugee), or be otherwise eligible to obtain required authorization from the U.S. Government to access controlled information. Employment is contingent upon Antcom’s ability to obtain such required authorization for the applicant

Key Success Factors: 

• Possess a strong sense of ownership and urgency; Self-motivated and hands-on
• Ability to coordinate and lead cross-functional projects and initiatives
• Ability to thrive in a cross-functional environment and to have the ability to influence a cross-cultural demographic
• Strong written and spoken communication skills to work effectively with people from multi-functional and diverse backgrounds
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team
• Strong planning, organizing, and executing multiple activities with competing priorities
• Drive to meet external and internal customer requirements, thinking creatively to solve problems and to achieve goals
• Ability to define and analyze complex problems, collect data, develop solutions, and gain support from stakeholders
• Ability to adapt to organizational needs, and willingness to take on new projects as required
• Self-motivated and an excellent team player
• Collaborate with team members from across our Hexagon division to develop and implement efficient manufacturing processes

Nice-to-Have: 

• Operational Excellence or CI certifications (i.e. Lean Six-Sigma, Black Belt, Green Belt, Lean Bronze, etc.)
• Experience leading standardized Kaizen events
• Experience in providing training and coaching on process improvement
• Certified in IPC-J-STD-001
• Experience with electronics assembly or antenna manufacturing
• Experience with plastic injection molding or CNC machining
• Experience using Syteline or other ERP systems
• Knowledge of robustness standards (MIL-STD-810G, DO-160G)
• Experience working with products for the aerospace or defense industries

Not sure if you meet all the qualifications for this role? Let us decide! At Hexagon, we are committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you’re excited about the opportunities this role could bring, we encourage you to apply. For any questions about the role or our company or for applicants who require an accommodation in the application process, please email our team at hrrecruitingteam.ap@hexagon.com and we will be pleased to follow up with you. Please do not send cover letters or resumes to this address.

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Compensation & Benefits 

Hexagon’s Autonomy & Positioning division provides the following compensation range and a general description of other compensation and benefits.  This compensation range is based on a full-time schedule. The Company reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range or offer other compensation depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state or federal law.  Our benefits and bonus plans are reviewed annually and are subject to change at the company’s discretion.  

Hiring Salary Range: $101,300 - $162,000 per annum

Bonus Eligibility:  We offer a company profit share and individual incentive-based bonus programs. 

Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefit plan that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave and a generous 401(k) company match.  We also provide tax savings plans for health, dependent care and commuter expenses.   

Professional Development: We provide education assistance, funding for professional association memberships, mentoring programs and access to tools, resources and training to navigate your career.