Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing/Process Engineer
Busek Co. Inc. – Natick, MA
Busek is seeking a dependable and self-driven Manufacturing/Process Engineer to collaborate with our Manufacturing, Design Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations teams, and Technicians. This role is crucial to ensure smooth production processes across R&D and manufacturing environments, supporting the company's mission to deliver advanced space propulsion technologies.

About Busek Co. Inc.:

How You Will Make a Difference:

• Enhancing production efficiency and reducing costs while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Optimizing designs for manufacturability, bringing innovative space systems into production.
• Leading process improvements to scale operations and improve reliability.
• Collaborating with engineers, technicians, and supply chain professionals to bring advanced technologies to life.

Major Responsibilities:

• Lead Design for Manufacturing/Assembly/Cost (DfX) efforts to ensure cost-effective, efficient production designs.
• Prototype, source, and assemble engineering components in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Plan, qualify, and improve manufacturing processes, aligning them with production goals.
• Develop and release manufacturing procedures for standardized operations.
• Monitor and analyze key manufacturing parameters to ensure process control.
• Drive continuous process improvements to enhance productivity and quality.
• Ensure robust quality control by planning and executing control plans.
• Manage Engineering and Manufacturing Change Orders (ECOs/MCOs), ensuring smooth transitions during design updates.

Desired Experience:

• Education & Experience:
  • B.S. in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering with 5 years of relevant industry experience.
  • Proven experience in medium or high-volume production environments, New Product Introduction (NPI), and Design for Manufacturing (DfM).
• Manufacturing Expertise:
  • Expertise in process controls (Cpk, Ppk), DOE methodologies, Lean manufacturing, and Six Sigma techniques.
  • Experience in prototyping, assembly, and complex manufacturing process planning.
  • Experience with PLM/PDM systems and managing ECOs/MCOs.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in CAD tools (SolidWorks or CREO) to create and modify designs.
  • Familiarity with coding languages for process automation and data analysis.
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Word for data tracking and reporting.
• Industry Standards & Supply Chain:
  • Knowledge of ISO-9001, ANSI Z1.4, and ASME Y14.5.
  • Supply chain management experience, including vendor sourcing and production planning.
  • Aerospace or medical device manufacturing experience, or familiarity with stringent quality/regulatory standards.
  • Experience transitioning products from design to low-rate initial production (LRIP).
• Additional Skills:
  • Hands-on experience with welding techniques (orbital, electron beam, TIG, laser, brazing).
  • Experience in government-funded R&D and production environments.

Job Type:

• Full-Time
  Busek offers competitive compensation, health benefits, retirement plans, and paid time off. The company fosters a collaborative work environment with opportunities for growth.

Employment Conditions:
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of reference checks, background checks, and drug screenings.
Keywords: Manufacturing, Production, R&D, Operations, Manufacturing Engineer, Design Engineer, Industrial Design, Process Engineer, Aerospace, Space Propulsion Systems