Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineering Technician I-SMT at our Fort Walton beach, FL 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 minutes away from picturesque white-sand beaches and emerald green water, our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Fort Walton Beach location is home to our Defense Power business – a leading supplier of high-power solutions for aerospace & defense applications. You’ll join a trusted, dynamic organization that supplies prime defense manufacturers with custom radar, directed energy and electric warfare solutions for placement on innovative, next-gen military platforms. Join us and our growing business as we supply solutions that enable the latest defense technology! 

Job Summary:

The Manufacturing Engineering Technician applies manufacturing principles to develop, support and improve manufacturing activities in production assembly as well as new product introduction activities.

Essential Functions:

Provide technical support to Operators for existing production processes (50%)Perform equipment troubleshooting (20%)Perform equipment programming (20%)Perform equipment maintenance (5%)Perform data collection, data analysis and time studies in manufacturing processes (5%)Any other task assigned by supervisor or management.

Non-Essential Functions:

Perform tasks assigned to support Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Growth projects.Participate in Crane Business System events such as Kaizen, JDI etc.Assist in New Product Introduction manufacturing activities such as equipment program creation, fixture/tooling implementation & validation.Create and update manufacturing documentation such as routers, work instructions, process procedures, equipment work instructions and PFMEA.

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience: 0-1 years of previous experience in a similar roleKnowledge: Familiarity with computer systems and software programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Basic understanding of equipment and machinesSkills/Abilities: Demonstrated ability to operate equipment and machines (SMT experience required). Competence to understand and troubleshoot a problem.Education/Certification: Associate's Degree or equivalentEligibility Requirement: This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government. Additionally, as a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants selected could be subject to a Government security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience writing technical documentation.

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.Flexible and willing to work overtime if necessary.Standing: 80% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work taskSitting: 20%*percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work taskLifting (in pounds): up to 50 poundsPushing (in pounds): up to 75 poundsMental/Visual: Use of microscope and computer.Workspace (line, cube, etc.): Production cell, assembly line, equipment, cube, lab

Top Benefits:

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 matchEducation 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.

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