
Manufacturing/Tool Engineer
General Dynamics Land Systems Inc.
Lima, OHJobSeen 5 days agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago
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This entry-level, bargaining-unit-represented Tool Engineer position at General Dynamics Land Systems supports manufacturing at the Joint Systems Manufacturing Center. The role involves fabrication, machining, and assembly of tracked and wheeled military vehicles, including developing production processes, tooling, and CNC programs, and providing technical support to manufacturing personnel. A related engineering degree or associate degree with relevant work experience is considered; a BS in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering is preferred.
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Position Description: - Entry-level, bargaining-unit-represented Tool Engineer position at General Dynamics Land Systems; Joint Systems Manufacturing Center (JSMC) provides an opportunity for a unique work experience involving the fabrication, machining, and assembly of tracked and wheeled military vehicles. - Interpret drawings and 3D models for manufacturability with assembly processes - Develop standard work assignments based on line balancing for varying production rates - Develop and provide processes and instruction to the production operators - Concept and detail fixturing and tool aids to support production processes (welding / assembly / machining) - Understand electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic requirements related to machines and fixturing - Develop CNC programs for plate processing, 3-axis mills, or 5 axis mills - Procure needed tooling and equipment to support assembly production processes - Provide assistance on cost estimating for future programs and tasks - Provide technical support and training to the manufacturing operations personnel at JSMC - Implement PSCA and continuous improvement - Provide technical interface with on-site customer (US Government) - Involvement in and support of the formalized teaming process Position Requirements: - BS Mechanical Engineering / Manufacturing Engineering preferred; BS in related Technical / Engineering fields or Associate Degree in related Technical / Engineering field with relevant work experience considered. - Experience with 3D modeling software; experience with Pro-E (Creo) or MasterCam is a plus - Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Personal time management skills and organization - A U.S. Person as defined by ITAR (International Trafficking of Arms Regulation) - Successful in completing the pre-employment process including but not limited to medical exam, drug screen, and background check. - Able to obtain Department of Army unescorted facility access. - Able to work in a team based environment. - Able to perform problem solving and root cause analysis. - Willing and able to work off-shift, if required. - Able to travel occasionally and work overtime when needed. General Dynamics Land Systems is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race and/or ethnic background, national origin and/or ancestry, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital/parental status, age, military service, veteran status, disability, pregnancy/childbirth or related conditions, genetic information, or membership in any class protected by applicable law from discrimination in employment.
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Set against the 5,498 open Manufacturing Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 28, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- Ohio median$86–129K/yr91 salary ranges
- Ohio median$34–41/hr36 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 342 open Manufacturing Engineer jobs in Ohio and 5,498 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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- Experience
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- Education
- 3,128 of the 5,498 open Manufacturing Engineer jobs (57%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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