Machine Operator Manufacturing Systems Engineer
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Job Description
Machine Operator / Manufacturing Systems Engineer
Company Summary
Triton Systems Inc combines 30 years of experience with exciting growth and innovation opportunities within the product development and R&D space. We support Government and commercial markets by delivering advanced solutions across applications in defense security aerospace energy environmental sustainability and human health. Where we see a larger opportunity we create new companies to scale these solutions into businesses. Our teams thrive in a collaborative fast-paced environment where we tackle complex challenges meet our customers toughest requirements and deliver high-impact results-on time on budget and having fun while doing it.
Key Responsibilities
As a Machine Operator / Manufacturing Engineer you will bridge the gap between cutting-edge R&D and real-world production. This role combines hands-on operation of advanced cold spray and robotic systems with process development quality assurance and equipment maintenance. Youll play a pivotal role in translating experimental setups into scalable repeatable processes supporting both low-volume production runs and the advancement of new additive manufacturing capabilities that strengthen U.S. industrial resilience.
- Cold Spray & Robotics Operations: Operate maintain and oversee cold spray systems and robotic processing cells; program calibrate and troubleshoot spray paths; manage powder preparation and substrate conditioning.
- Process Development & Optimization: Translate R&D setups into repeatable production processes; apply Design of Experiments (DOE) and Statistical Process Control (SPC) to optimize parameters; support integration with machining heat treatment and finishing.
- Quality & Inspection: Conduct in-process quality checks; support metallography hardness and microstructure testing; assist with nondestructive inspection (ultrasonic eddy current CT); document results for compliance with Quality Management System.
- Facility & Equipment Maintenance: Perform preventive maintenance troubleshoot equipment and maintain logs; recommend upgrades and improvements; coordinate consumables and spare parts.
- Documentation & Compliance: Maintain SOPs safety protocols and detailed process records; contribute operational data to reports proposals and customer deliverables.
- Collaboration & Support: Work under the Principal Project Engineer and Focus Area Lead; support project engineers scientists and cross-disciplinary teams; mentor junior staff and assist with facility tours demos and occasional field deployments.
Qualifications
- Education/Experience: MS in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Materials Engineering or related field OR BS/BA with additional state-of-the art equivalent hands-on industrial experience. Minimum 5 years in advanced manufacturing coatings thermal spray or additive operations.
- Technical Skills: Experience with robotics CNC or motion-control systems; ability to troubleshoot and maintain industrial equipment; familiarity with DOE/SPC and interpreting engineering drawings/schematics.
- Operational Skills: Direct experience running manufacturing or R&D equipment; strong understanding of safety protocols related to powders high-pressure gases and robotics.
- Professional Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to adapt in a dynamic fast-paced environment; strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Other: U.S. Citizenship required due to government contract eligibility.
Preferred Skills
- Hands-on experience with cold spray or other thermal spray systems is a big plus.
- High level of trainability willing to learn new methods and machines.
- Knowledge of additive manufacturing workflows hybrid/convergent manufacturing and Design for Additive Manufacturing.
- Proficiency in CAD/CAM robotic programming and motion/path planning.
- Experience with machining surface finishing or thermal post-processing.
- Familiarity with a broad range of metals (Al Ti steels Ni-based alloys refractory metals).
- Knowledge of nondestructive inspection/evaluation techniques and metrology tools.
- Prior experience in aerospace defense energy or maritime manufacturing; exposure to government R&D or production contracts.
Additional Notes
- Full-time onsite role based in Chelmsford MA.
- High trainability willing to learn new methods and machines.
- TSI Cold Spray Solutions offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Due to the nature of our business and information associated with this position interested candidates must be US Citizens and may be subject to a security investigation.
Come join our success and grow with the strength of these fascinating new technologies. We are looking for individuals with confidence and the right stuff. We offer a competitive salary with full benefits package.
Triton Systems Headquarters is located in Chelmsford Massachusetts.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we remain committed to hiring and retaining a talented and diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression marital status national origin age veteran status disability or any other protected class.
Recruiters we do not require any assistance with this opening. Please NO phone calls or emails.
Triton Systems is a U. S. Government contractor; therefore we are required to gather applicant information for Government reporting purposes. To apply for this position please go to our websites Careers section at and follow the Clicking Here link to our applicant tracking database to complete the application process. This will ensure efficient processing of your application.
Employment Type
Full-Time
