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Connecting and Protecting People, Microwave Products Group (MPG) is a leading global provider of mission-critical engineered electronic components and subsystems comprised of five business units in six manufacturing locations. Our brand names are recognized globally including: BSC Filters, York, UK; Criteria Labs, Austin, TX; Dow-Key Microwave, Ventura, CA; Pole/Zero, West Chester, OH; Espy, Austin, TX; and K&L Microwave, Salisbury, Maryland and Dominican Republic.
Our expertise is the design and manufacture of communications-based specialty products - engineered components and subsystems - for demanding military, space, commercial aerospace/industrial, and telecom infrastructure applications where function and reliability are crucial.
POSITION OVERVIEW: The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for transforming product designs into scalable, reliable, and cost-effective manufacturing processes. Working in close partnership with Precision Mechanical Engineering, this role ensures that new product designs are not only manufacturable but also optimized for throughput, quality and efficiency. The Manufacturing Engineer will lead process development, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives to accelerate both New Product Development (NPD) and New Product Introduction (NPI) under R&D. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Manufacturing Support
- Translate design intent into robust, repeatable production processes.
- Develop and maintain standard work instructions, assembly documentation, and process flows.
- Design and validate production fixtures, assembly aids, and tools supporting semi-automated and fully automated manufacturing processes.
- Provide technical support and training to manufacturing personnel.
- Identify and justify capital equipment investments through ROI analysis.
- Contribute to team development by sharing expertise and collaborating with engineers and technicians to uphold manufacturing best practices.
Continuous improvement & Automation
- Implement Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to improve yield, reduce variation, and lower costs.
- Lead Kaizen events and drive automation initiatives for assembly and testing.
- Optimize assembly lines across all stages of automation - from manual and semi-automated to fully automated systems - to enhance efficiency, consistency, and product quality.
- Collaborate with design engineers to ensure new products are manufacturable at scale.
Quality & Reliability
- Partner with Quality Assurance to improve yields, reduce DPPM, and support PFMEA activities.
- Develop sustainable process solutions to support corrective and preventive actions (RCCA).
- Participate in MRB reviews and provide data-driven recommendations for disposition.
Program & Cross-Functional Support
- Deliver manufacturing readiness reviews and documentation for NPD/NPI programs.
- Support new product launches from prototype through production ramp.
- Coordinate with Supply Chain and Quality to qualify suppliers and outside processing requirements.
- Serve as a technical liaison between R&D, Operations, and external partners.
QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY:
- US Citizen or Permanent Resident - Green Card Holder.
- Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (advanced degree preferred).
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably in electro-mechanical product development and production.
- Proven track record of supporting NPD/NPI programs and transitioning designs into scalable manufacturing processes.
- Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, and automation implementation.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Proficiency in CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred) for fixture design and assembly modeling.
- Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings. Schematics, and specifications.
- Excellent written, verbal, and electronic communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
- Familiarity with ISO and/or AS quality management systems.
- Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Experience in cleanroom or high FOD awareness environments is a plus, but not required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Ability to read documents and computer screens for extended periods.
- Ability to sit or stand for long durations.
- Manual dexterity for fine assembly and inspection tasks.
- Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 20 lbs.
- Ability to work with microscopes and precision instruments for extended periods.
- Ability to wear required PPE (safety glasses, ESD smocks, gloves) in labs and production areas.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Primarily office and lab-based with regular time spent on the production floor.
- Exposure to electro-mechanical assembly environments, including occasional cleanroom or controlled areas.
- Collaborative, cross-functional setting requiring frequent interaction with engineering, quality, and operations teams.
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Work Arrangement : Onsite Pay Range: $115,000.00 - $130,000.00annually Bonus Eligible: This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan. We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position's responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, a candidate's education/training, the position's location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Benefits: Benefits for this position include: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year depending on schedule worked, paid vacation days beginning at 80 hours annually, paid sick leave hours annually as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, tuition assistance, business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law. Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contactaccommodations@mpgdover.comfor assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response. Job Function :
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Dow-Key Microwave
life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, tuition assistance, 401(k)
Nov 13, 2025