Manufacturing Process Specialist

Description

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Leidos is seeking a Manufacturing Process Specialist to support our Mechanical Manufacturing Facility (MMF) by managing manufacturing system data, process documentation and MES execution accuracy.

This role serves as the site Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Solumina MES, authors and maintains MES process plans based on Manufacturing Engineering direction, manages MBOM integrity, and facilitates standardized documentation across MMF.

This is a hands-on, system-focused role requiring strong attention to detail, cross-functional coordination, and ownership of manufacturing data accuracy.

Leidos Defense Systems provides innovative solutions across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace missions. Our team is solving the world's toughest security challenges for customers with "can't fail" missions. Join us and help engineer the future.

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Leidos Defense Systems Sector / Manufacturing provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world's toughest security challenges for customers with "can't fail" missions. To explore and learn more, click here!

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Key Responsibilities

• MES/Solumina
  • Author and maintain MES process plans based on ME-provided work instructions.
  • Serve as the Solumina Subject Matter Expert (SME) for MMF for day-to-day usage.
  • Facilitate Solumina training for MMF ME and Machining teams (new users, refreshers, updates).
  • Develop and maintain MMF Solumina job aids, standards, and usage best practices.
  • Act as first-level support for Solumina questions and issues within MMF.

• MBOM & Manufacturing Data Control
  • Create raw material part numbers from Manufacturing Engineering input.
  • Create, update, and maintain Manufacturing Bills of Material (MBOMs) IAW ME guidance.
  • Review part revisions with Manufacturing Engineering and implement approved updates.

• MMF SOP Development
  • Work with Manufacturing Engineering to document existing, approved processes.
  • Draft SOPs based on provided input; route for review, approval, and release.
  • Transfer draft SOPs to standard company formats and release in PLM/Quality Management System.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED with 3+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, production support, planning, or manufacturing systems.
• Experience working in a manufacturing ERP, MES or PLM environment.
• Strong attention to detail and configuration control discipline.
• Ability to interpret manufacturing work instructions and engineering data.
• Strong written communication skills for documentation authoring.
• Must be able to work overtime as required.
• Candidate must be a US Citizen and possess or meet the eligibility to obtain (and be able to maintain) a Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Solumina MES, Costpoint ERP, and/or Windchill PLM.
• Prior experience supporting CNC machining, welding, or precision manufacturing environments.
• Experience authoring and maintaining SOPs or controlled documentation.
• Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement exposure.

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For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

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Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.