Manufacturing Engineer III

## Description

**WHO WE ARE**

The Wing Group is a global leader in engineered solutions for demanding environments, bringing together a portfolio of trusted brands including Wing Inflatables, Mustang Survival, Henshaw Inflatables, Patten Company, and FabTek Industries. Across defense, marine safety, law enforcement, and industrial sectors, we design and manufacture mission-critical inflatable, flotation, and survival solutions that professionals trust to perform when it matters most.

From combat-ready rigid inflatable boats and inflatable structures to life-saving flotation devices and marine apparel, our products are engineered and tested to exceed the highest standards of safety, durability, and performance. With U.S. and Canadian-based manufacturing and a collaborative, hands-on culture, The Wing Group delivers purpose-built solutions for the world’s toughest environments. Join us in advancing safety, performance, and innovation—on the water and beyond.

**What We Offer**

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental coverage.
• A collaborative and supportive culture within a trusted, market-leading organization.
• Opportunities to make a meaningful impact by driving growth and innovation in a dynamic and evolving industry to save lives.

**WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR**

The Manufacturing Engineer III (Senior) position exists to lead and oversee the formulation, implementation, and management of manufacturing systems within the production team in Jacksonville, FL, with a broader impact extending to Mustang Survival and sister company Patten. The primary objective is to ensure the delivery of high-quality products to the market. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer is tasked with implementing Lean manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, flexibility, and quality throughout the manufacturing operations.

**STRUCTURE**

The Manufacturing Engineer (Senior) reports to Manufacturing Engineering Lead.

**RESPONSIBILITY**

• Collaborate with project teams to launch new military and professional life saving products.
• Support and Drive LEAN manufacturing and 5S Initiatives. Incorporate Six Sigma methodologies to enhance process improvement efforts.
• Drive initiation for continuous improvement projects to increase production capacity and quality. Conduct data analysis and utilize performance metrics tracking to measure the impact of improvement projects.
• Support issue management and problem-solving using root cause analysis techniques and corrective action implementation to address recurring problems effectively.
• Work in a highly cross-functional team environment involving manufacturing and product development, production, quality, supply chain, marketing, sale, and finance team.
• Develops work instructions, drawings, tests, modifications, assembly processes, fixtures, processes or specialized manufacturing, test equipment for existing or new products and ensure production readiness.
• Prepare and maintain manufacturing documentation such as BOL, tooling and work instruction
• Assist and Lead in development on testing and validating the new product, process and system.
• Actively participate and support in regulatory compliance testing and validation protocols
• Work closely with contract electrician and machine shop to build test or assembly fixture for production.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior manufacturing engineers, fostering their professional development and technical proficiency.
• Support in the development of training programs and resources to onboard new team members and facilitate ongoing skill enhancement for junior engineers.
• Coach junior engineers in problem-solving techniques, best practices, and adherence to quality standards, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Lead by example, demonstrating effective communication, teamwork, and ethical conduct in all aspects of manufacturing engineering activities.

## Qualifications
**REQUIREMENTS**

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering relative with a focus in industrial, mechanical, mechatronics, electrical, or equivalent as preferred.
• 8 to 10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• A combination of relevant training and experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience with New Production Introduction (NPI).
• Lean manufacturing knowledge and direct experience required including 5S, Root cause analysis, Value Stream Mapping, 5 Why, Poka Yoke.
• Knowledge with technical writing of process documents (PFMEA, Process Flow, Control Plan, Work Instructions, and Checklists.)
• Proficient in 2D and 3D model design using Solidworks and AutoCAD.
• Enjoy hands-on work with machines and tools
• Analytical and proven track record of problem solving
• Intermediate knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• A Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple projects with minimum guidance
• Strong written & verbal communication skills to generate process instructions and reports
• Able to interpret and produce basic mechanical drawings and electrical schematics
• Experience in garment sewing, or industrial sewing or other associated manufacturing is an asset
• Lean green belt or higher certification and demonstrated successful practice
• The ability to speak Spanish is an asset