Manager, Manufacturing Engineering - Phoenix, AZ

Mercury Systems
paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Arizona, Phoenix
3601 E University Dr (Show on map)
Sep 30, 2025
Back 4d Manager, Manufacturing Engineering #25-449 Phoenix, Arizona, United States Apply Apply for this job now! Apply Job Description Mercury's manufacturing engineering team is seeking a seasoned manager to lead a team of 7-10 engineers in delivering cutting-edge electronics for national defense. As the manager, you will drive process implementation, shape team performance, and influence the product roadmap. Through strategic partnerships we bring the latest commercial technologies to design and build rugged microelectronics for extreme environments, ensuring exceptional reliability and maintainability. Job Responsibilities: * Lead day-to-day operations of the Manufacturing Engineering team, ensuring successful execution across products and programs * Foster technical excellence by guiding the team and developing expertise in core manufacturing disciplines * Drive strategic initiatives aligned with business goals and the Annual Operating Plan * Develop team capabilities through mentorship, cross-training, and career growth planning * Ensure accountability for high-quality output and on-time delivery of project milestones * Collaborate with Chief Engineer, Operations, Program Management, and Technical Project Managers to meet delivery and quality targets * Proactively address challenges and implement course corrections to meet business objectives * Oversee vendor and subcontractor relationships to ensure budget adherence, quality standards, and timely results Required Qualifications: * Typically requires a minimum of 6+ years' experience in a manufacturing engineering * Proven experience leading and managing engineering teams * Bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant engineering or technical field * Strong background in process improvements and root cause analysis (e.g. 5 Whys, 8D, and Lean Six Sigma ect.) * Expertise in microelectronics packaging processes, including wirebond, die bond, solder reflow, flip chip, SMT, and wafer processing * Demonstrated success supporting proposal development for Department of Defense (DoD) contracts * Experience working within a matrixed organizational structure * Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance "This position requires you to have or obtain a government security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens." "This position requires you to access information that is subject to U.S. export regulations. You may only access such information if you are a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. government." Additional Information Mercury considers a variety of factors to determine individual base salary offers to candidates, including: * the role and related responsibilities; * prior work experience; * education, training, skills and certifications; * internal equity with others employed by Mercury in similar roles; * geographic location; and * alignment with market data. In addition to base salary, Mercury provides a variety of benefits for team members including: * bonus opportunities (or special incentives for sales positions); * health, life and disability insurance; * company-paid holidays and time off; * 401(k) retirement plan; * discounted employee stock purchase plan; * tuition reimbursement; and * access to professional development and personal wellness platforms including LinkedIn Learning, Headspace, Aaptiv and Virgin Pulse. Team members at the Director or Vice President level are also eligible to receive annual stock-based awards. Mercury offers a 9/80 alternative work schedule that provides employees more opportunity for work/ life balance (available based off location) Why Mercury? Why should you join Mercury Systems? Mercury Systems is a technology company that makes the world a safer, more secure place. We push processing power to the tactical edge, making the latest commercial technologies profoundly more accessible for today's most challenging aerospace and defense missions. From silicon to system scale, Mercury enables customers to accelerate innovation and turn data into decision superiority. Headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, Mercury employs more than 2,300 people in 24 locations worldwide. To learn more, visit mrcy.com Our Culture We are committed to making Mercury a great place to work, no matter where our employees are located. We offer a casual and enjoyable atmosphere that allows employees to learn and grow. We help and care for one another and work as one to achieve results for us and for our customers. We value communication and transparency, and strive to foster two-way dialogue at all levels of the organization. We are committed to lifelong learning, offering comprehensive skills training and tuition reimbursement. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or you are an experienced professional, it's important to us that you feel recognized and rewarded for your contributions. To find out more about Why Mercury?, or visit the Mercury Community or find answers to general questions at Mercury FAQs Mercury Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, creed, citizenship, disability, protected veteran or marital status. As an equal opportunity employer, Mercury Systems is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact the number below for assistance. (978) 256-1300 Click here read about our recent press release.