Specialist, Manufacturing Engineer

 Advanced Laser Systems Technology (ALST) has an immediate opening for a Specialist, Manufacturing Engineer. ALST is located in Orlando, Florida and is part of Intelligent Manufacturing Solutions (IMS) which is headquartered in Londonderry, NH. ALST is an established leader in Electro-Optical laser systems for military defense applications domestically and internationally. As a trailblazer in designing and developing highly engineered, innovative solutions, ALST is world renowned for its expertise in the areas of laser range finders and laser designators and our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. We offer an alternative work schedule and the opportunity to work with a talented and diverse group of professionals.

Job Summary

The Specialist, Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for developing, implementing, and improving manufacturing processes supporting the production, integration, testing, and qualification of laser rangefinder and related electro-optical systems.

This position provides technical support throughout the product lifecycle, including new product introduction, production readiness, manufacturing execution, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities include developing manufacturing documentation, supporting precision mechanical assembly, optical alignment, electronics integration, and implementing tooling and process improvements to ensure product quality, repeatability, and production efficiency.

May also provide technical leadership in manufacturing process development, complex root cause investigations, production transitions, Design for Manufacturability (DFM), and mentoring junior engineers and technicians.

Complexity & Problem Solving

Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of information requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Devises solutions based on limited information and precedent and adapts existing approaches to resolve issues. Uses evaluation, judgment, and interpretation to select right course of action. Work is done independently and is reviewed at critical points.

Collaboration & Interaction

Enhances relationships and networks with senior internal/external partners who are not familiar with the subject matter often requiring persuasion. Adapts style to differing audiences and often advises others on difficult matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborates with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Production teams to resolve manufacturing challenges, investigate nonconformances, improve production yields, and support customer and government acceptance requirements.
• Develop, implement, maintain, and optimize manufacturing processes and work instructions for laser rangefinder and electro-optical assemblies, including mechanical, electrical, and optical integration.
• Provide hands-on technical support to production personnel during assembly, optical alignment, integration, and testing activities.
• Investigate manufacturing issues, nonconformances, test failures, and production yield losses; support root cause analysis and corrective actions through MRB and FRACAS processes.
• Develop and implement manufacturing tooling, fixtures, alignment aids, and test support equipment to improve production efficiency and repeatability.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to identify and implement DFM improvements and support new product introduction and production transitions.
• Support manufacturing readiness, qualification testing, and customer or government-witnessed acceptance testing.
• Analyze production metrics and implement continuous improvement initiatives focused on yield, quality, cycle time, cost, and throughput.
• Support the development of standardized manufacturing processes and best practices.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Capabilities

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Person as defined by ITAR due to government contract requirements.
• Manufacturing experience in a fast paced, highly technical environment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics, specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
• Strong hands-on troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary engineering and production teams.
• Ability to work additional hours, including evenings and weekends, as necessary to support customer and program requirements.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Demonstrated ability to independently support production processes, troubleshoot manufacturing issues, and implement process improvements.
• Demonstrated experience leading manufacturing process development, complex troubleshooting, root cause investigations, and production improvement initiatives.
• Ability      to provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and production personnel.

Experience / Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of manufacturing engineering experience in a high-reliability industry.
• Minimum 3 years of experience supporting laser, optical, or electro-optical systems.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.