Manufacturing Engineer

TrellisWare launched in 2000 with an innovative culture striving to push technological boundaries in the area of wireless communications. We are now a worldwide leader in highly advanced algorithms, waveforms, and communications systems that range from small form factor radio products to fully integrated solutions.

At TrellisWare, we connect passion with purpose and together we make an impact- on our careers, our company, and the world. And you can too. If you love to innovate and collaborate amid chaos and change, you belong at TrellisWare. Where the opportunity to serve is not a challenge but a gift. Where you’re never going alone. Because there’s too much at stake to go solo.

Our Operations Team is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for the launch of new products at our contact manufacturers, development of manufacturing processes, and improvement of existing products. Your work will guarantee that our products meet the needs and expectations of our customers. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, and quality to ensure that our products are not only functional but also meet quality standards and are produced efficiently. Enhancing cohesiveness and maintaining team morale is a responsibility of all our team members, as is the ambition for self-improvement and talent development. Through this dedication to unity and professional advancement, each team member is directly impacting the successful outcome of TrellisWare's deliverables and setting the tone for our core values of delivering excellence, pushing boundaries, and empowering people.

The essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Oversee and optimize the manufacturing process from component assembly to final product testing.
• Work with the product development team from concept to production, ensuring that designs are feasible, manufacturable, testable, and cost-effective.
• Develop and implement manufacturing processes, procedures, and fixtures
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to resolve production issues and improve manufacturing processes.
• Analyze test and manufacturing data and identify trends to improve accuracy, efficiency, and throughput while maintaining quality.
• Train and support production staff on manufacturing/test systems, procedures, and troubleshooting to ensure seamless operations.
• Continuously assess and optimize product designs for performance, sustainability, and cost efficiency. Drive continuous improvement efforts.
• Conduct root cause analysis for recurring manufacturing/test failures and implements corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, including ISO9001 and other regulatory requirements, and maintain proper documentation of procedures.
• Stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to apply to new product development and sustaining existing products.
• Utilize statistical analysis and process data to drive continuous improvements and reduce defects.
• Perform additional duties as requested or assigned.

Education and work experience requirements are:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in product design or engineering.
• Experience with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar tools).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and product testing.
• Familiarity with PLC systems, robotics, and Industry 4.0 technologies is a plus.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Preferred: Experience with military or commercial wireless communications products.

To be considered for this position, you would need to meet, at a minimum, the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed here:

• Familiarity with Hardware, Software, Product Test, and/or Manufacturing disciplines.
• Ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative and interact with a variety of engineering and operations teams.
• Strong collaborative drive and interpersonal skills.
• Strong initiative, proactive work ethic, and prioritization skills.
• Sound judgement and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Effective execution and decision making.
• Champion of change and promotes innovation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met in order to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable those with qualified disabilities.

• Able to frequently sit, stand, walk, use hands to fingers, handle or feel, reach within hands and arm's length, stoop, kneel, and crouch, talk and hear.
• Regularly required to sit for extended periods of time; frequently required to use office equipment such as PC, printer, telephone, etc.
• Able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Additional requirements are:

• U.S. Citizenship
• Ability to travel (domestic and international) 25% of the time

Note: Many of TrellisWare's positions require a security clearance or the ability to obtain one. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Disclaimer - The above statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Nothing in the job description restricts the company's right to change, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time for any reason.

*TrellisWare Technologies, Inc. is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets Employer.*

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