Manufacturing Engineering Group Leader
10+ Years – On Site – Full-Time
About Envision Technology
Equip Our Customers. Empower Employees. Drive. Win. Change the World.
At Envision Technology, we do not just build products. We develop mission critical technologies that help military, law enforcement, and government professionals accomplish their most demanding missions. From advanced electro optical systems and unmanned technologies to precision engineered solutions, our products are built to perform when reliability matters most.
As a growing engineering and manufacturing company, we move quickly, solve complex challenges, and empower every employee to make a meaningful impact. Whether you are designing innovative technology, building precision systems, or supporting our operations, your work directly contributes to delivering solutions our customers depend on.
Position Summary
As a Manufacturing Engineering Group Leader, you will lead a team of Manufacturing Engineers responsible for developing and maintaining assembly work instructions, manufacturing routers, tools, and fixtures. You will also oversee and advance manufacturing engineering processes to support organizational objectives.
Responsibilities:
• Mentor, develop, and support the growth of the Manufacturing Engineering group.
• Develop and implement a strategic roadmap for the team, including talent planning and capital equipment needs.
• Champion the research, development, and implementation of new manufacturing technologies, processes, and concepts.
• Provide leadership in process development, scale‑up, optimization, and validation for building complex electro‑optical systems.
• Review and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for production lines and the manufacturing engineering team; implement corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with design engineering, operations, and quality to support product transition from development to production.
• Determine space requirements and optimal equipment layout to improve manufacturing efficiency.
• Work closely with leadership across Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Program Management to ensure program goals are met.
• Oversee troubleshooting, failure analysis, and problem‑solving activities for production issues and customer returns, ensuring organizational KPIs are achieved.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering or scientific field.
- 10+ years of experience manufacturing complex electro‑optical systems (with bachelor’s degree), or 15+ years of experience without a degree.
- Experience with electro‑optical systems such as laser systems, night vision/imaging systems, target location systems, or unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) is a plus.
- Experience manufacturing and testing equipment intended for harsh military environments; familiarity with MIL‑STD‑810 preferred.
- Hands‑on experience with system integration and test.
- Creative thinker with excellent problem‑solving skills.
- Experience training, mentoring, and providing feedback to individuals and small technical teams.
- Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to interact effectively with customers, suppliers, and external partners.
- Ability to move up to 25 lbs.
Additional Information:
- The applicant must be a US Person.
- Individuals applying for this position should have the aptitude and motivation to proactively contribute to a small business culture from day one and grow with the company.
- Travel within the US or internationally to customer locations may be required infrequently to support product testing or design reviews.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
This position will have access to information and items protected under the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) and must therefore be a “U.S. person” as that term is defined under ITAR, 22 CFR 120.62