Elbit Systems of America – Night Vision is a world leader in night vision technology, with more than two million Generation 3 image intensifier tubes produced and providing integrated solutions that meet customers' evolving challenges. During its 60-year production legacy, the company has secured more than 90-night vision related patents and supplies nearly 100 allied countries with their products. The company has more than 500 talented employees and operates in Roanoke, Virginia.

Manufacturing Engineer position focused on manufacturing and optimization of glass components processed through similar means as optical fiber draw. This position requires an in-depth knowledge material science, specifically in glass. Position responsibilities include:

• Optimizing manufacturing and process systems and implementing cost reduction opportunities (yield and productivity improvements, waste elimination)
• Diagnosing process and equipment issues and working with area engineering technician and maintenance teams to keep equipment running optimally
• Working with and assisting in training bargaining unit employees to improve work processes and product quality
• Working to minimize or eliminate safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and productivity problems
• Working with R&D engineering to test, refine and implement new product ideas
• Assist with new glass composition development
• Using hand and machine tools, precision gauges, test instruments, and process equipment
• Primary engineering oversight of Fiber Draw/Boule fabrication, bevel, and polish. Acts as a resource for other engineers and technicians. 
• Performing other duties as assigned.

• ​​​​BS in Chemical, Materials, Glass, Ceramic Engineering or Equivalent
• 5+ years technical experience
• Ability to obtain Security Clearance
• Proficiency in statistical analysis techniques
• Effective communication and documentation skills
• Basic MS Office skills; Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Preferred Additional Skills: 

• Proficiency with designing structured experimentation
• Ability to handle multiple high priority projects
• Experience with glass fiber drawing (optical or other)
• Proficient with fundamental glass properties
• Familiarity with vacuum systems/ovens
• Familiarity with grinding/polishing operations
• Familiarity with component cleaning processes

• Six Sigma certification
• Application of DMAIC and advanced statistical tools

• Experience writing complex MS Access queries
• Proficiency with statistical analysis software; JMP, Minitab
• Ability to collaborate with all facets of the Night Vision organization
• Comfortable with self-initiating business and professional improvements
• Ability to support the organizational culture and build morale

Additional information

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Elbit Systems of America to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels based solely upon job-related qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetics or citizenship status.

EEO STATEMENT:

Elbit Systems of America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individual with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.  Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ACCESSIBILITY:

Elbit Systems of America is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.  If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [email protected].

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