Sr. Manufacturing Engineer (RF/Microwave)

Location: Chandler, Arizona, United States; onsite manufacturing role

Company

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies mission-critical RF, microwave, and millimeter-wave components and subsystems for defense, aerospace, and space platforms.

What you will do

• Lead cross-functional initiatives for manufacturing process optimization, cost reduction, and product improvement across RF and microwave product lines.
• Analyze manufacturing methods, process flows, tooling, and facility layouts for specialized hardware in a high-mix, low-volume environment.
• Perform root cause analysis and corrective actions for yield, quality, and assembly issues.
• Participate in DFM reviews and improve manufacturability of integrated microwave assemblies, frequency control devices, converters, filters, and synthesizers.
• Develop manufacturing instructions, routings, and procedures aligned with quality and regulatory requirements.
• Mentor junior engineers, support MRB and NPI teams, evaluate ROI and make-or-buy decisions, and resolve technical issues with internal teams, vendors, and customers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in high-reliability electronics or RF/microwave production.
• Knowledge of RF electronics manufacturing methods, including soldering, mechanical assembly, bonding, and environmental testing.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and customer specifications and support high-mix product builds.
• Working knowledge of Lean principles, root cause analysis, 5 Why, Fishbone, and PFMEA.
• Experience with manufacturing KPIs, work instructions, and regulated production such as AS9100 and MIL-STD.

Nice to have

• Defense, aerospace, or regulated electronics manufacturing experience.
• RF/microwave systems or component experience.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems, CAD tools, and process mapping platforms.
• Exposure to Crane Business System or similar continuous improvement frameworks.

Culture & Benefits

• Work on defense and space systems involving advanced RF and microwave technologies.
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance starting the first day of the month.
• 15 days of paid time off accruing from the first day and 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Education reimbursement available after six months of employment.
• Lean manufacturing environment focused on operational excellence, growth, ownership, and innovation.