Job Description

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Manufacturing Engineering Manager at our Lynnwood, WA 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).

Located in the epicenter of United States aviation manufacturing, our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Lynnwood, Wash., facility delivers industry-leading aerospace & defense power and fluid solutions. Our products are rugged enough to fly 5 billion miles from Earth on NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft and innovative enough to be featured on Eviation’s Alice all-electric aircraft. You’ll join a group of aerospace professionals committed to engineering excellence and work in a community tucked between the idyllic Puget Sound and Cascade Mountains. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary:

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer Manager holds a leadership role for the Manufacturing Engineering team and is responsible for machining and special process development, CNC and CMM programming, tool and fixture design and fabrication, including the validation of all processes and programs for use on the shop floor. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer Manager provides ongoing support for Value Stream leadership in the areas of productivity improvement and lead time reduction, takes a leadership role with Operations regarding New Product Development activities and is responsible for ensuring that all customer and internal cost requirements are met or exceeded.

Essential Functions:

• Manage all aspects of manufacturing process development, assembly and test process, tool design and fabrication and Statistical Process Control; Ensure timely and accurate completion of project tasks through diligent coordination of all resources, and non-manufacturing processes to achieve process control to acceptable levels as dictated by company policy and customer requirements

• Drive process improvement, set-up reduction and the development of visual standard work to support cost reduction, productivity and lead time reduction goals; Champion change

• Lead and support Value Stream Mapping and Kaizen activities to support Crane Business Systems initiatives and goals

• Evaluate and approve all Engineering requests for development work to ensure feasibility, determine make/buy status, and prioritize workload

• Coordinate with other departments to ensure the lowest cost to manufacture new or revised products inclusive of labor, materials, burdens, tooling equipment and facilities

• Prepare departmental budgets; Monitor and control the expenses of the Manufacturing Engineering function within departmental budget constraints

• Manage the investigation, selection, justification and appropriation of capital equipment for operations

• For all functions of the site Operations, manage the development and maintenance of AS9100 documentation, and insure compliance with all related processes and procedures

• Support new product introduction for all internally manufactured components on all new products and programs to include full participation in IPT activities

• Develop and maintain all CNC programming, as applicable

• Responsible for the efficient operation of various support functions, including Model shop, Tool Room and Tool Crib, as applicable

• Responsible for the guidance and direction of all assigned personnel insuring that company policy and work rules are adhered to and activities are in compliance with the Bargaining Unit Agreement, as applicable

• Any other task assigned by supervisor or management

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience: 8+ years previous related experience sufficient to demonstrate thorough competency and knowledge of theory and practical application of the technical discipline applicable to the assigned area
• Knowledge: Knowledge of continuous improvement tools; Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
• Skills/Abilities: Strong emphasis on critical thinking, time management, judgment and decision-making; Excellent oral and written communication; Ability to motivate, develop and direct people as they work; Ability to identify the best people for the job
• Education/Certification: BS degree in Electrical, Electro-mechanical, Industrial or Mechanical Engineering and/or equivalent experience
• 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:

• MBA or MS preferred

Working Conditions:

• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
• Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE
• May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes
• Schedule will fluctuate depending on the needs of the business
• Standing: up to 100% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
• Sitting: up to 100% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
• Lifting (in pounds): up to 25 pounds
• Pushing (in pounds): up to 25 pounds
• Mental/Visual: use of computer
• Workspace (line, cube, etc): work bench

Top Benefits:

Salary range: $154,200.00 to $184,100.00. 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 https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com 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.