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Production Engineer • operation • Tel-Aviv Description Xtend, a leading defense technology company, is looking for a Production Engineer to join its Manufacturing Engineering team. This is a hands-on role focused on supporting production, improving manufacturing processes, and developing the tools and documentation required for efficient, high-quality manufacturing. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and enjoys working closely with both production and R&D teams to solve manufacturing challenges and continuously improve production processes. About the Role: As a Production Engineer , you will support day-to-day production, develop assembly processes, create work instructions, and design production jigs and fixtures. You will work closely with Production, R&D, Quality, and Supply Chain to improve manufacturability, resolve production issues, and help ensure smooth, reliable manufacturing operations. Responsibilities: • Provide ongoing technical support to production lines and assembly teams, including real-time troubleshooting on the floor. • Design, define, and build jigs and fixtures to improve assembly accuracy, quality, and throughput. • Develop and implement detailed work instructions, including diagrams, images, and step-by-step assembly sequences. • Perform root cause analysis for production and quality issues and lead corrective and preventive actions. • Drive continuous improvement of production processes, focusing on efficiency, cycle time, and ergonomics. • Train operators and assembly personnel on work processes, use of jigs, and new standards. • Collaborate closely with R&D, Quality, Process Engineering, and Supply Chain to define and optimize production procedures. • Maintain and update relevant production documentation  Requirements: • Hands-on experience designing and specifying jigs and production fixtures – mandatory. • 3+ years of experience in production/process engineering with complex electro-mechanical systems (drones, robotics, lasers, electronics) –strong advantage. • Proven experience building assembly work instructions and technical process documentation. • Practical technical background with hardware components, tools, and assembly processes. • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a production environment. • Independent, proactive, and highly structured mindset, with the ability to manage multiple tasks in parallel. • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work cross-functionally (Production, R&D, Quality). • Good level of English (reading, writing, and speaking). • Good proficiency in MS Office tools; Excel skills are an advantage. Nice to Have  • B.Sc/Practical. in Mechanical, Electrical • Experience with ERP Priority. • Experience in the UAV/drone industry. • Familiarity with visual documentation tools (video, animation, CAD for work instructions).