Company Background

Fortem Technologies is the leader in airspace awareness, security, and defense for detecting and defeating dangerous drones. Through an advanced, end to end system of distributed radar, AI at the Edge, deep sensor integration, and autonomous drone capture, Fortem monitors and defends the world’s venues, infrastructures, cities, and regions. Fortem’s systems are accelerating the safety of the world’s airspace for urban air mobility.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Production Engineering Manager, the Production Engineer works on a cross functional team of capable and experienced engineers who are working to scale and commercialize novel airspace protection and counter-drone defense products. Working with our team, this position will provide the development and commercialization of complex products with a dynamic and mission focused company. With skills and experience in process development and design transfer of products, the Production Engineer works closely with Fortem team members and stakeholders to develop scalable processes, and introduce superior, highly effective, and safe products to the market. The Production Engineer brings to Fortem hands-on experience in manufacturing and process improvements.

Primary Responsibilities

· Support new product development process to ensure seamless handoff from engineering into production 

· Drive documentation of product assembly and test procedures

· Design and develop test fixtures and procedures to ensure product quality

· Oversee failure analysis process and drive corrective and preventative actions both internally and at the organization’s 3rd party manufacturers

· Working closely with Hardware and Software Design Engineering to provide guidance and recommend design changes to fit Fortem’s current and future manufacturing processes

· Develop, implement, monitor, and optimize manufacturing processes and methods, in accordance with product specifications and quality standards

· Critical liaison between Design and Manufacturing teams to ensure design for excellence/manufacturing best practices are implemented into product design as early in development as possible

· Primary owner of pre-production manufacturing builds during product development phases, including hands-on assembly and then assembly with manufacturing operators.

· Assist in RMA’s by providing root cause analysis of failures and assisting in repairs as necessary

· Execute process qualifications through Fortem QA processes

· Assist in failure investigations and root cause analyses as they relate to production processes, parameters, and fixturing. Responsible for implementation of identified production and process improvements related to root cause investigations

· Work closely with supply chain management, Incoming Inspection, and vendors to assure that purchased material meets specifications in preparation for Design Transfer

· Bring a “can do” spirit to work and deliver on other responsibilities as assigned

Education or Certification Requirements

· Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, or similar engineering discipline.

· Professional Work Experience: 3 – 5+ years direct experience as a Manufacturing/NPI/R&D Engineer in a relevant manufacturing environment

Qualifications and Skills

· Demonstrated strong DFM knowledge including mistake-proofing, simplification, standardization, and testing

· Experience with developing aerospace devices through commercialization; includes design for cost of goods and manufacturing

· A preference for a candidate with experience working with electronics, mechanical assemblies, and electromechanical assemblies. 

· Ability to read and understand electrical schematics

· A preference for a candidate with experience in Radar and UAV technology

· Able to manage projects from initiation to production launch

· A preference for a candidate with tooling and fixture design using CAD

· Ability to use troubleshooting equipment and hand tools i.e. multimeters, drills, etc. 

Other Essentials and Key Success Factors:

· Ability to lead fast-paced projects with a keen sense of urgency to get the job done well

· Evidence of "hands-on" experience and expertise

· Teachable and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment 

• Proven and successful track record as a team-player and collaborator in small Working environments
• Highly organized and detail oriented with a passion to deliver quality results
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience translating technical concepts into user-friendly documentation
• Highest levels of professionalism, confidence, personal values, and ethical standards