Manufacturing Engineer

Location CA, Auburn

Department Engineering

Employment Type Full Time

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer at our Auburn, CA/Vian Enterprises location.

About Crane:

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

Founded in 1968, Crane Aerospace & Electronics’ Auburn, Calif., facility, owns a rich history of excellence in the design and manufacturing of multi-stage lubrication and gerotor pumps for aerospace and defense applications. Throughout the years, our Auburn team has developed a reputation for providing industry-leading complex, highly engineered flow control products for mission-critical engine/APU systems. Located in the Northern California foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountain range at a new, state-of-the-art 65,000 sq. ft. facility, start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary:

The Manufacturing Engineer performs independent assignments to develop and recommend improvements in the Manufacturing system and in product manufacturability and cost effectiveness.

Essential Functions:

• Study, analyze and design methods, procedures, processes, layouts, flow, fixtures and tooling as needed to support production.

• Investigate, recommend, and implement manufacturing cost reduction and product improvement programs.

• Identify root cause and corrective actions for manufacturing problems.

• Participate in customer specification and statement of work reviews.

• Participate in the review and evaluation of new product designs or design changes.

• Review and analyze design change requests initiated by manufacturing personnel to determine feasibility, validity, savings, effect on design, and to verify justification for change.

• Evaluate, test and select facilities, equipment and materials required for production in conjunction with Production Supervisors, Purchasing and other groups.

• Perform a variety of cost analyses, e.g., cost estimates for quotations or "make or buy" decisions.

• Develop manufacturing operating instructions.

• Develop and track manufacturing metrics to monitor the health of processes.

• Evaluate non-conformances as part of the Material Review Board

• Direct work activities of production operators to aid in problem solving.

• Develop procedures and train assemblers and operators in machine operations, processes or assembly applications.

• Coordinate with vendors and customers.

• Identify and prioritize work with limited input from manager.

• Develop ROI or business case and present to management in the support of capital equipment, new product or process development and productivity improvements.

• Any other task assigned by supervisor or management.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience: 2+ years of experience as a Manufacturing Engineer in a machine shop environment.

• Experience with steel and aluminum casting a plus.

• Experience with MRP systems

• Knowledge: Practical application knowledge of the theories of modern production principles and methods as applied to a high technology mechanical design and manufacturing operation; Basic knowledge of material characteristics and processing; Basic concepts of mechanical systems, fluids, and heat transfer

• Basic GD&T knowledge

• Knowledge of measurement equipment

• Skills/Abilities: Able to effectively communicate with employees at all levels of the organization.

• Experience with AutoCAD or similar for tooling development.

• Education/Certification: BA or BS degree required. Preferably in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Material Science or related field.

• Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment and familiar with MIL-SPEC

Top Benefits:

Salary range: $93,038.40 to 108,908.80. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy:

• Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month

• Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.

• 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match

• Education Reimbursement: eligible after 90 days of employment

You can see a list of our benefits at or visit our website at for more information on our company and great opportunities.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.

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