Job description

MUST BE A US CITIZEN (Please do not apply if you are not)

Company Introduction

At BlackSea Technologies, we don't just innovate; we revolutionize.  

We are a close-knit team of creative and innovative thinkers specializing in full lifecycle development of cutting-edge maritime technology.  At BlackSea, you won't just find a job; you'll find a community of experts who aspire to solve diverse and complex challenges.  Be part of a company where your ideas matter, your expertise is valued, and your contributions make a real impact.  Together, we are not just sailing; we are charting a course to push boundaries of what's possible.

Salary Range - $31.57 -$53.25 an hour

Position Description: 

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for providing technical expertise and support for various programs, with a primary focus on Small USV production. The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for a variety of tasks associated with transitioning the product from a low volume initial production rate to full-scale production. 

List of responsibilities include (but are not limited to): 

· Integrates new products into the production line including developing and red-lining Bills of Material (BOMs), technical drawings, work instructions, and job travelers from engineering technical packages.  

· Successfully maintains and updates BOMs, technical drawings, work instructions and job travelers through the engineering change order process. 

· Solves complex technical problems in a timely manner, with a high success rate.  

· Working with members of the purchasing, manufacturing, quality and engineering teams to successfully execute build-to-print projects, suggesting design for manufacturing improvements that help meet cost and schedule and manufacturing requirements. 

· Assists in preparing quotes and proposals, works to plan and scope new production projects, including defining materials, personnel, equipment and schedules 

· Works with purchasing team and vendors to ensure build-to-print drawings are understood, and quality/ accuracy and certifications are met for subassemblies. Troubleshoots complex vendor issues 

· Supports RCCA and Corrective Action Processes with the Quality Manager 

· Other tasks as assigned? 

Travel: Candidates should expect to occasionally coordinate and participate in travel events. Typical travel is < 10% and within the United States.? 

Required Skills/Education 

• 3+ years of experience 
• Either a Bachelor’s of Science in a relevant engineering field, or a relevant certification such as: Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE) – Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) or Certified Manufacturing Technician (CMfgT) 
• Years of experience may be substituted for degree.  
• Experience working with engineering drawings, BOMs, work instructions and other technical documents  
• Self-directed, actively seeks out tasking and works to keep production flow and process improvement work ongoing 
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to develop and use project tracking tools like Excel or Microsoft project  
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. The ability to communicate both at the customer and the technician level. 

Desired Skills/Education (but not required to be considered for hire) 

• Previous experience coordinating high-volume build-to-print projects 
• Experience or interest in maritime activities, structures, and/or vehicles? 
• Experience coordinating and working with machine shops, welders, fabrication technicians, and other engineering staff, including electrical and controls engineers? 
• An existing US Government security clearance would be helpful but is not required  
• Technical curiosity and the desire to conceptualize, design, build and test a wide range of ever-evolving projects being implemented from the seafloor to aerospace systems? 
• Lean Six-Sigma cert. 
• Project Management Professional cert. 
• PE or quality certifications from American Society for Quality