Electronics Manufacturing Manager Jobs in Kansas

The Manufacturing Electrical Engineer is responsible for applying electrical engineering principles within the Manufacturing Engineering organization to support the manufacture of electronic and electromechanical products. This position develops and improves manufacturing processes, supports production by resolving technical issues, enhances quality, throughput, and cost, and leads the implementation of new products into production. The Manufacturing Electrical Engineer develops manufacturing documentation, tooling, fixtures, and test requirements, serves as the primary Manufacturing Engineering owner for assigned value streams or product groups, and partners with Design Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations to ensure products are manufacturable, reliable, and efficiently produced.

• Lead the implementation and transition of new electronic and electromechanical products into manufacturing.
• Provide electrical engineering support to production by troubleshooting manufacturing, test, and product-related issues.
• Develop, validate, and optimize manufacturing processes to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Design and implement manufacturing tooling, fixtures, test equipment, and process improvements.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, routings, process specifications, and standard operating procedures.
• Perform root cause investigations and implement effective corrective and preventive actions for manufacturing and field issues.
• Conduct manufacturing process risk assessments, including PFMEA, and support Design FMEA activities as required.
• Collaborate with Design Engineering to improve product manufacturability, testability, reliability, and producibility.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other problem-solving methodologies.
• Analyze manufacturing data and process performance to identify trends and implement sustainable improvements.
• Serve as the Manufacturing Engineering technical owner for assigned products, value streams, or manufacturing processes.
• Other duties as required and/or assigned.

• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles and electronic manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in root cause analysis, structured problem solving, and corrective action methodologies.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement principles.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of manufacturing process validation, process controls, and continuous improvement best practices.
• Ability to perform the essentials of the job with or without reasonable accommodation (ADA).

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in electrical engineering within a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment.
• Experience supporting manufacturing operations, new product introduction (NPI), and production troubleshooting.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, engineering drawings, bills of material (BOMs), and technical specifications.
• Familiarity with GD&T, Design for Manufacturability (DFM), and Design for Testability (DFT).
• Aerospace and/or defense manufacturing experience preferred.
• This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR.

The work schedule is from 9 AM to 5 PM in an office setting every day. The facility is modern and well-equipped, providing a conducive environment for productivity and innovation.

This is a Permanent position based out of Olathe, KS.

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $115000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Health, Vision, Dental, 401K, Holiday, Vacation

This is a fully onsite position in Olathe,KS.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 9, 2026.

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