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BAE Systems

Eng Technologist Sr Prin

Louisville, KY · On-site

$96K - $132K/yr

Acting as primary manufacturing engineering source for weekend manufacturing team, with responsibility for preventing & eliminating bottlenecks, and keeping machinery, equipment & production running.

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.

$70 - $90/hr

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor to lead operations during our weekend night shift in Alamo, TN. In this role, you'll guide a team of production employees, ensuring work is ...

Colorado Psychiatric

$73 - $133/hr

Experience with AS6500 manufacturing management program. This position will work the weekend shift of Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 6AM-6PM If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we ...

BWX Technologies

$65K - $103K/yr

We are seeking an experienced Weekend Shift Manufacturing Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this crucial role, you will act as the primary point of contact and coordinator for our programs ...

BWXT

$79K - $119K/yr

We are seeking an experienced Weekend Shift Manufacturing Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this crucial role, you will act as the primary point of contact and coordinator for our programs ...

BWXT

$79K - $119K/yr

We are seeking an experienced Weekend Shift Manufacturing Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this crucial role, you will act as the primary point of contact and coordinator for our programs ...

Challenge Mfg. Company LLC

$70 - $90/hr

Occasionally, this may require you to arrive early, stay late, or work on weekends, outside of our ... others Challenge Manufacturing's mission is to manufacture with operational excellence by ...

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Blue Origin LLC

$92 - $129/hr

## Tube Shop Manufacturing Engineer - Weekend ShiftApplylocations: Greater Seattle Areatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R69026Application close date:Applications will be ...

PinnaclePartners

Manufacturing Engineer

Shepherdsville, KY · On-site

$80K - $95K/yr

... weekend production support Preferred Skills (Nice to Have): Bachelor's degree in Engineering Fusion 360 experience OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification Manufacturing Execution System (MES) experience ...

TG Kentucky Corporation

Manufacturing Engineer

Lebanon, KY

$62K - $80K/yr

Design and improve manufacturing processes to meet quality, cost, efficiency, safety, and ... Overtime and occasional weekend work may be required. Equal Employment Opportunity TG Kentucky, LLC ...

American Axle & Manufacturing

$90 - $140/hr

## Manufacturing Engineering ManagerApplylocations: Kersey, PAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JREQ-223801**Job Posting Title**Manufacturing Engineering Manager** Summary*

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NextDeavor Inc.

Manufacturing Engineer II

Erlanger, KY · On-site

$62K - $104K/yr

Onsite in Erlanger, KY; schedule may include nights, weekends, and variable hours. Here's How You'll Make an Impact on the Team * Design, test, and implement manufacturing processes and equipment to ...

Gilero

$85 - $105/hr

Our Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for planning, developing, implementing and ... Must be willing to work shifts, additional hours and weekend/ holidays as required by business ...

Dana

Manufacturing Engineer

Henderson, KY

$65K - $84K/yr

... weekend support as needed Education and Qualifications A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a ... Kaizen & Lean manufacturing experience. Proficient in Auto CAD, Autodesk Inventor, and Microsoft ...

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What is a Weekend Manufacturing?

A Weekend Manufacturing job typically involves working in a production or assembly facility during weekends, often on a compressed schedule. These roles are designed to maintain operations outside of standard weekday shifts, ensuring continuous production. Responsibilities may include operating machinery, assembling products, quality control, or packaging. Weekend shifts are ideal for those seeking flexibility or supplemental income.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Weekend Manufacturing?

To thrive in a Weekend Manufacturing role, you need a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, safety procedures, and quality control, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with machinery operation, basic hand tools, and occasionally ERP or inventory management systems is beneficial. Dependability, attention to detail, and effective teamwork are key soft skills for success in this environment. These attributes help ensure consistent production output, maintenance of safety standards, and smooth collaboration during weekend shifts.

What is the typical schedule and work environment like for Weekend Manufacturing?

Weekend Manufacturing roles usually require employees to work Friday through Sunday, or during specific weekend shifts, which can offer flexibility for those seeking part-time or alternative schedules. The work environment is generally fast-paced and team-oriented, with an emphasis on safety and meeting production targets. You can expect to operate machinery, monitor product quality, and collaborate with colleagues and supervisors to maintain efficient workflow. This setting offers a supportive atmosphere where reliable attendance and good communication are highly valued. Over time, dedicated weekend staff may become eligible for advancement into full-time or supervisory roles.

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Eng Technologist Sr Prin

BAE Systems

Louisville, KY • On-site

$96K - $132K/yr

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Posted 21 days ago

BAE Systems rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 151 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

10th of 49 rated military and defense

Job description


BAE Systems, a leading defense contractor, is seeking an Engineer Technologist Senior Principal to join our Naval weapon systems team in Louisville, Kentucky. At BAE Systems, we value our workforce and their well-being. We prioritize safety, offer generous benefits, and promote work life balance, like a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off. B Shift Weekends (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) 5 AM - 5 PM (work 36 hours, paid for 40 hours); ME supports both shifts on weekends.
Our ideal candidate will challenge our current operations and focus on improving all facets of our machining and production processes across the site, including new equipment and product integration. The Engineer Technologist Senior Principal will be the leaders in machining innovation across the Production Value Stream and will be at the forefront of problem solving and resolution to technical production barriers. They are responsible for ensuring technical compliance to manufacturing processes, Policies, and procedures while providing innovative solutions to our cross-functional teams to improve customer delivery, cost and schedule.
As the Engineer Technologist Senior Principal Weekend B Shift, you will...
  • Providing strategic technical direction and guidance on complex projects, influencing technical decisions and ensuring alignment with business goals
  • Work with cross-functional teams, including design, quality, and production, to ensure seamless integration of machining processes
  • Providing technical guidance and mentorship to other engineers and technicians, leading cross-functional teams, and influencing technical decisions
  • Developing new machining processes, improving existing ones, and creating necessary tooling and fixtures
  • Identifying and resolving complex technical issues related to machining processes, equipment and product quality
  • Developing and implementing strategies to mitigate risks associated with machining operations and new technologies
  • Creating and maintaining detailed documentation for analysis research, and historical records related to machining processes
  • Identify equipment needs and improvements and pursue capital expenditure for implementation
  • Developing and implementing strategies to mitigate risks associated with machining operations and new technologies
  • Special responsibility for providing on-site exclusive technical support over multiple areas to ensure continuous production, troubleshooting equipment, tooling, fixturing, material, and programming issues, and implementing process improvements.
  • Acting as primary manufacturing engineering source for weekend manufacturing team, with responsibility for preventing & eliminating bottlenecks, and keeping machinery, equipment & production running.
  • Acting as technical liason between the weekend and weekday manufacturing teams, providing thoroughly documented, timely reports on production performance, issues, and successes.
  • Train machinists and production staff on new methods, products, programming, & requirements to ensure adherence to product requirements, quality and safety standards.

Required Skills and Education
  • B.S. degree in a relevant technical discipline, such as engineering or technology
  • Deep knowledge of various machining processes, equipment, tooling, and materials
  • Proficiency in using Siemens NX software for design and programming of machining operations
  • Ability to analyze complex problems, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions
  • Ability to plan, execute, and manage complex projects, ensuring they are completed successfully on-time and with high-quality results
  • Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences, both verbally and in writing
  • Knowledge of quality control procedures, inspection requirements, and relevant industry standards
  • Able to plan manufacturing production schedules in accordance with production timeline
  • Leading the creation of ROMs, BOE and quoting
  • Proficiency of MS Office Suite products (SharePoint, Outlook, Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, etc.)
  • Experience with Capital Project management and implementation of new equipment and/or factory setup
  • Experience in programming of CNC machinery sufficient to address programming issues and concerns that may occur on the weekend shift.
  • Ability to provide immediate hands-on support for technical issues on the shop floor to maintain production schedules and minimize downtime.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem solving skills with a proactive, hands-on approach.
  • Strong communicator capable of working independently with limited support.

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services Posting
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair...just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.
Preferred Skills and Education
  • Defense Contracting Experience
  • Ability to program multiple head configurations a plus
  • 10+ years in a machining and manufacturing environment
  • Capable of programming complex 3, 4, and 5 axis mills, along with multi-axis vertical and horizontal lathes
  • Knowledge of writing and editing Post Processors
  • Program/Project management (PMP a plus)
  • Expereince in investigating manufacturing & machining defects, identify root causes, and implement permanent corrective and preventive actions.

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At BAE Systems, we provide some of the world's most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions. We employ a skilled workforce of more than 93,000 in around 40 countries. Working with customers and local partners, we develop, engineer, manufacture, and support products and systems to deliver military capability, protect national security and people, and keep critical information and infrastructure secure.

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

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