Job Description
Job Description
SUMMARY
The
Senior Manufacturing Engineer requires all hands-on to solve complex manufacturing challenges, leads, and mentors team members. Develops and optimizes manufacturing processes. Works directly on the shop floor, troubleshooting, repairing, and ensuring the smooth execution of day-to-day operations. Ensures all projects are driven through all phases of development and execution while collaborating with vendors, customers, and upper management as needed.
DUTIES - Provide engineering and manufacturing mentorship, guidance and support for machinists in achieving production goals.
- Support product design and process improvements to drive enhancements.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and excellence on the shop floor.
- Provide technical leadership and hands-on support to resolve manufacturing challenges.
- Take full ownership of manufacturing projects, from initial concept and design through development, implementation, and production.
- Ensure projects are executed efficiently, meeting deadlines, quality standards, and time requirements.
- Act as the primary point of contact for project-related issues, coordinating with all management and team members to ensure success.
- Develop and improve manufacturing processes for aerospace components to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.
- Lead the development of work instructions, process documentation, and training materials.
- Work with Quality Assurance in conducting root cause analysis of manufacturing defects and implement corrective actions.
- Actively engage in day-to-day production to identify areas for improvement and implement effective solutions.
- Communicate with customers to address manufacturing requirements, resolve technical issues, and provide updates on project progress when needed.
- Collaborate daily with supporting departments, including production, machining, maintenance, quality, and design engineering, to ensure timely delivery of products in the correct quantities.
- Serve as a liaison between engineering and production to ensure seamless communication and alignment on priorities.
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QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably in the aerospace industry.
- Proven ability to develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes.
- Strong hands-on troubleshooting skills and willingness to work directly on the shop floor.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
- Excellent leadership and mentoring abilities, with a track record of managing teams and shop floor personnel.
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Preferred Qualifications: - Familiarity with aerospace standards such as AS9100 and NADCAP.
- Experience with CAD/CAM software and CNC programming.
- Knowledge of machining, welding, fabrication, and assembly processes in aerospace manufacturing.
- Strong understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
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Personal Attributes - Team player, patient, and an excellent listener.
- Able to prioritize, make timely decisions, and work effectively in a fast paced environment.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication abilities, with the capability to interface across all levels of the organization, including customers and vendors.
- Hands-on attitude with a willingness to "get their hands dirty" in a fast-paced production environment.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
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