Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Senior Manufacturing Engineer  Tucson, AZ    Company Overview  World View is a next-generation intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) provider delivering integrated, multi-domain solutions across air, stratosphere, and space. By unifying tactical UAVs, high-altitude platforms, fixed-wing aircraft, and low-Earth orbit satellites under a single operational and technological framework, the company enables seamless data fusion and real-time decision-making.    Leveraging advanced AI and machine learning, World View empowers defense, intelligence, and commercial customers to gain clarity, act with speed, and operate with confidence in complex environments    Job Description  You will be responsible for helping design, implement and maintain a manufacturing system consisting of electrical, mechanical, soft good fabrication, assembly, system integration, validation, and refurbishment activities. This position requires someone who is dynamic, driven, organized and detail oriented; excels in project management; communicates with ease at all levels; thrives in ambiguous environments and is adept at facilitating actions and resolving conflicts.As a member of the Integrated Product Team, you will be a key voice for manufacturing and supply chain in developing the next generation platforms.    Role Responsibilities  -Monitors and evaluates production methods to ensure adherence to product specifications and requirements.  -Works closely with manufacturing personnel to identify cost reduction opportunities, develop process improvements, and address production issues.  -Improves and optimizes product flow by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, workspace ergonomics, and equipment layout.  -Identifies and interfaces with external industry SME’s and suppliers to specify new equipment and select machine components to ensure cost effective solutions.  -Manages internal and external design, fabrication, assembly, programming, debugging, implementation, and validation of new machinery and equipment improvements.  -Ensures that equipment, machinery and workstations meet applicable safety standards.  -Supports machine maintenance and troubleshooting as needed.  -Supervises training and work instruction creation for new equipment and processes.  -Participates in engineering design reviews to provide feedback on the manufacturability of new components and assemblies.  -Reviews and approves engineering drawings to ensure clarity and manufacturability prior to drawing release.  -Interfaces with engineering and quality personnel to develop test methods, support QA studies, establish standards, and validate manufacturing processes.  -Provides manufacturing decision-making information through data collection; calculating production, labor, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements.  -Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends in cooperation with Quality Engineering.  -Maintains product and process database using appropriate software to enter and analyze data.  -Positively reinforces and supports company policies, procedures and work practices.  -Maintains product and company reputation by complying with government regulations.  -Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.      Qualifications  -BS/BA in related field  -10+years of manufacturing, design or test engineering experience with responsibilities including resource management, schedule management, budget responsibility, supplier selection, and multidisciplinary team involvement.  -A minimum of 3 years of manufacturing automation experience  -Machine control design and PLC programming experience is required  -3D CAD modeling skills are required, SolidWorks experience is preferred  -Proficiency in conceptual in-line planning and standing up new automated assembly lines  -Strong working knowledge of power subsystems and converter design and operation is highly desirable  -Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal  -Ability to work in a fast-paced cross-functional environment, make quality decisions, and meet challenging deadlines    Bonus Points  -An advanced degree in a relevant field  -Hands-on experience with the automation of textile or plastics manufacturing  -Knowledge of soft goods, patterning and heat-sealing methods for thermoplastics  -Solar and Lithium battery charger design experience  -Knowledge and experience in Lean Manufacturing, 6-Sigma, and DMAIC processes  -Experience writing procedures and work instructions  -AutoCAD experience      What We Offer   You’ll join a global, supportive, and growing team where your ideas will be heard, and your work will make a real difference. We care about doing things the right way, balancing structure with flexibility, and professionalism with personality. Together we’re building a people function that’s forward thinking, collaborative and built to scale.       You’ll work side by side with experts in emerging technology, gaining exposure to cutting edge ideas and projects that are shaping the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance because we believe in taking care of you as a person, not just a team member.      Our modern office is designed to keep you inspired and energized, with a fully stocked kitchen, on-site exercise area, and stunning views that make every day brighter!         We believe in creating a dynamic and inclusive workplace where creativity thrives, and every voice is heard. Our commitment to all team members is built upon five core cultural pillars: Engage, Lean In, Create, Care, and Own. Together, these pillars form the foundation of our employee experience while adhering to the highest standards of ethical and sustainable practices.    Some Final Notes:  Please note that this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  World View is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company does not discriminate in employment and personnel practices based on race, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring, and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above-mentioned items.