Sr. Production Engineer

i3 is looking for a Sr. Production Engineer to join our team. The candidate will provide Production Engineering Sr support to the Program Executive Office (PEO) Missile and Space (M&S) Integrated Fires & Mission Command (IFMC) Project Office’s Performance Management Directorate.

Candidate required to have experience in production management and manufacturing to support an Army Air and Missile Defense program currently in the production phase. This position is responsible for providing senior level leadership, guidance, technical expertise, and support in the functional area of Production Engineering to ensure that systems and system components fulfill requirements and standards. The candidate will be responsible for the strategic integration of production requirements across multiple hardware/software configurations as well as adapting production improvements concepts to ongoing agile hardware development. The candidate must have expertise in the following: oversight of production line validation events, support of design reviews, and participation in production configuration audits.  

The candidate will:

• Coordinate the production program management efforts and requirements, ensuring comprehensive planning and documentation to meet established production schedules.
• Proactively identify and address trends in production and performance parameters to mitigate potential issues.
• Conduct data analysis and report program results and conclusions formally and informally through technical reports, briefings, memos, and white papers.
• Maintain active involvement in key programmatic engagements with prime contractor, including but not limited to Integrated Project Teams (IPTs), Production Readiness Reviews (PRRs), and Failure Review Boards (FRBs).
• Develop and implement production strategies and plans with ability to utilize systems engineering concepts to ensure components and software meet performance requirements.
• Develop strategic production metrics to support oversight and monitoring of hardware and integration activities.
• Independently perform and report trend analysis for hardware and integration activities within all lab, assembly, contractor, and production facilities.
• Develop white papers to outline recommendations for production/integration gaps to support the USG in prioritizing requirement execution on a quarterly basis.
• Supports Production/Pilot Line Validation activities providing independent assessments and recommendations for the USG.
• Evaluate Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and waivers/deviations for their impact on product integrity and producibility, providing data analysis and reporting to USG leadership on recommendations for approval.
• Review Contract Deliverable Requirement Lists (CDRLs) for Production, providing technical expertise and assessment to support Government acceptance of CDRLs.
• Mentor and provide recommendations to other Production Engineers. Provide expert guidance on program milestone requirements, core production engineering competencies, contract requirements package contents related to production, product sell off processes, and prime/sub-contractor production management.
• Assist in developing Statements of Work (SOWs) to support assigned products.
• Evaluate technical proposals to support assigned products, utilizing technical evaluation strategies/techniques to support the USG evaluation lead.

• A bachelor’s degree (or Master’s) in an Engineering discipline and 10+ years of relevant experience is desired. Additional years of experience may be substituted for degree.
• Candidates must have a solid understanding of DoD 5000 .
• Subject Matter Expert with defense systems experience in production areas is a required.
• Candidate must be experienced with Microsoft Office products.
• Should have an understanding of systems engineering methodology and techniques.
• Candidate must be able to think independently and be self-motivated, with proven organizational skills, ability to multi-task and support varied assignments. 
• Good communication skills are important, with a positive and friendly demeanor.
• Candidate must be a US citizen, and within commuting distance of Redstone Arsenal, AL or be willing to relocate.

Clearance:

• Candidate must possess and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

i3 is a technically diverse, 100% team member owned business, headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama specializing in missile and aviation systems engineering and logistic services, electronic warfare and electromagnetic effects analysis, UAS system integration and flight operations, full lifecycle C5ISR engineering services, cybersecurity and IT/IA innovative solutions and virtual training, simulation & serious game development and implementation. We have established a broad offering of products and capabilities collectively providing decades of experience supporting the full complement of DoD military services, Missile Defense Agency, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and a variety of other Government organizations and private industry customers.

Perks of being a team member owner include:

• Long-term financial security
• Higher job satisfaction
• Greater job security
• Personal and professional growth
• Great company culture

Other outstanding benefits:

• Excellent insurance coverage
• 401(k) match
• Generous PTO
• Health and wellness incentives
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Countless opportunities to give back to the community through i3 Cares

We work hard. We compete hard. We play hard. Apply now to join us!