Job Title:  Process Engineer

Abaco Systems is a global leader in modular, high performance, open architecture, standards-based rugged embedded computing for the most demanding applications in defense and industry. Our products and solutions are found in high-profile military/aerospace sea, land and air programs, plus commerical and industrial organizations in which rugged reliability is mission critical. 

Role Summary:

Abaco Systems is seeking a Process Engineer to support and improve manufacturing processes, operational systems, and production workflows across the organization. This role will focus on manufacturing process development, system integrations, production documentation, product transition activities, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Process Engineer will work closely with Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, IT, and Supply Chain to drive efficiency, ensure compliance, and support the successful implementation of enterprise manufacturing systems. 

The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills within a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, document, and improve manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, quality, and throughput.
• Create and maintain manufacturing routers, work instructions, bills of material, and production documentation.
• Support enterprise manufacturing software implementations, integrations, and upgrades, including Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), ERP systems, and shop floor data collection tools.
• Lead process improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Collaborate with Information Technology and Operations teams to ensure manufacturing systems comply with corporate standards and cybersecurity requirements.
• Support the migration and implementation of product labeling, serialization, traceability, and compliance systems.
• Assist in the conversion and maintenance of manufacturing data, engineering documentation, and product records associated with system upgrades and process improvements.
• Support integration efforts across multiple manufacturing sites, ensuring standardized processes and best practices.
• Analyze production workflows, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to improve operational performance.
• Partner with Engineering teams to support product transitions, custom configurations, engineering changes, and obsolescence management activities.
• Evaluate manufacturing methods, tooling, equipment, and plant layouts to improve productivity and reduce costs.
• Participate in root cause investigations and corrective action activities for manufacturing and process-related issues.
• Generate reports, metrics, and analyses to support operational decision-making.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) activities and ensure manufacturing readiness.
• Maintain compliance with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.

Education and Experience:

• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing, operations, industrial engineering, or process engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, workflow optimization, and production systems.
• Experience developing and maintaining manufacturing documentation and production routings.
• Proficiency with ERP, MES, or manufacturing software systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and project management abilities.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related engineering discipline. 
• Experience with FactoryLogix, Aegis, Bartender, Loftware, or similar manufacturing execution and labeling systems.
• Knowledge of product serialization, traceability, and manufacturing compliance requirements.
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification.
• Aerospace, defense, electronics manufacturing, or high-mix/low-volume manufacturing experience.
• Experience supporting multi-site manufacturing operations and system integrations.

Key Competencies:

• Continuous Improvement Mindset
• Process Optimization
• Manufacturing Systems Integration
• Data Analysis
• Project Management
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Technical Documentation
• Change Management
• Root Cause Analysis
• Attention to Detail
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.

Abaco is a Department of Defense (DoD) supplier and as such employees may work with or be exposed to export controlled information and/or information that has been designated as classified information. This information may only be seen or handled by US citizens or qualified permanent residents or those with proper clearances.