Job Title: Manufacturing Systems Engineer - Shipside
Location: New Orleans, LA 70129
Area Code: 504
Pay Rate: $45.00-60.00/hour
Shift: 1st
Employment Type: Direct, Full Benefits

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Job Overview:
We are seeking a Manufacturing Systems Engineer to provide on-floor support for the fabrication and integration of complex aerospace hardware at NASA"s Michoud Assembly Facility. This role focuses on real-time production support, redlining work instructions, and managing nonconformance-related follow-up actions in coordination with the operations team.
The ideal candidate is mechanically, electrically, or cross-functionally trained, and comfortable working directly in a fast-paced manufacturing environment alongside technicians and engineers.

Responsibilities:
* Support shipside manufacturing activities by redlining baseline work orders and documenting changes in accordance with engineering requirements
* Generate N-Orders based on dispositioned NCRs and input them into the digital MES environment (MESi experience is a plus)
* Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to ensure timely resolution of issues on the factory floor
* Review and interpret technical documentation such as drawings, work instructions, and specifications
* Participate in troubleshooting efforts and escalate issues requiring cross-functional resolution
* Communicate clearly with upstream planners and process owners regarding required changes or follow-up actions
* Support adherence to configuration management and FOD control requirements

Core Qualifications:
* Associate"s or Bachelor"s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent hands-on experience)
* Background in aerospace, defense, or other regulated manufacturing environments
* Familiarity with interpreting drawings, BOMs, and GD&T
* Hands-on experience supporting manufacturing operations or assembly lines
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
* Highly organized and responsive in production-facing environments

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:
* Experience redlining work instructions and documenting changes to baseline work orders
* Ability to generate N-Orders or perform similar functions based on dispositioned NCRs
* Experience using MESi or other digital manufacturing execution systems
* Background in mixed mechanical/electrical support
* Availability to work an alternate shift (e.g., 3x12s) as needed during peak production cycles

Belcan provides a competitive pay and benefits package. Benefits offered MAY include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and paid leave required by law. Salary guidelines for similar roles at Belcan are $45.00-60.00 per hour. Guidelines vary based on many factors including but not limited to education, qualifications, experience, discipline, geographic location, market, and business considerations.

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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