Manufacturing Engineer II

Role details

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer Job Status: Full Time

Department: Engineering Reports To: Engineering Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt Travel Requirements: None

Work Schedule: M-F Base Location: Hayden, ID

POSITION SUMMARY

The purpose of this position is to develop, evaluate, improve, and document the manufacturing process for complex composite aero structures. This includes management and definition of the manufacturing plans and methods; including tooling methods and processes, equipment methods and processes, automation, composite manufacturing processes, and assembly to align production to customer requirements. Manufacturing Engineer Lvl 2 is hands-on, interacting with shop floor personnel and with engineering and manufacturing groups to ensure lean plans are created and implemented.

Manufacturing Engineer Lvl 2 will spend time mentoring less experienced engineering team members to aid in team development and cross training.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops and implements process control techniques and procedures into manufacturing environments
• Develops manufacturing build plan
• Analyzes manufacturing process flows continually for the enhancements of quality, cost reduction, and output
• Collaborates with suppliers, Tooling Engineer, and NPD/Manufacturing Engineers regarding product tooling and design to ensure effectual production methods.
• Works closely with manufacturing department to develop, coordinate, and implement manufacturing build plan and create technical training for employees
• Designs and develops manufacturing processes for enhancements, product changes, and new products, and related fixtures & tooling that are consistent with zero defect level and low product cost
• Creates and maintains accurate documentation of tool drawings, design concepts, shop orders, and concepts in accordance with the manufacturing engineering standards
• Provides engineering support in production environment to trouble shoot and resolve technical problems
• Participates in and occasionally leads technology and process optimizations to drive continuous improvement on quality and safety, and to reduce production costs and flows
• Supports company policies and procedures, goals and objectives, and manufacturing practices
• Performs production readiness evaluation and producibility assessment of all engineering changes.
• Part time mentoring of less experienced engineering team members.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated success in production within a fast-paced, technically focused environment is essential. Must be hands on and capable of producing, managing, and implementing manufacturing processes.
• Must be results-oriented and demonstrate analytical thinking, innovation, flexibility in dealing with changing and ambiguous situations.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve technical/process issues varying from basic to very complex
• Demonstrated success working in highly collaborative multi-function environment, with a track record of accomplishment with measurable business impact and managing within a matrix environment.
• Demonstrated success implementing lean initiatives and standard operating procedures within a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent project management skills including successful leadership of multiple projects from planning phase through completion.
• Excellent management skills including superb communication, delivery of results, consultative skills, partnership skills and team building.
• Ability to travel domestic and/or international

COMPETENCIES

Initiative / Problem Solving – Must be willing to identify existing or potential problem areas. Expected to determine, evaluate, and suggest appropriate courses of action and implement effective solutions. Interested in seeking ways to improve processes. Weigh consequences before making a final decision. Recognize issues and determines actions needed to advance the decision-making processes.

Teamwork / Relationship Building – Must be able to develop and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, leaders, subordinates, and outside contacts. Build trust by respecting the ideas and contributions of everyone. Behave in suitable and appropriate ways; pleasant and congenial; contributes to positive morale and spirit within the team; and embraces diverse and global cultures and ideas. Able to transmit information in a respectful, diplomatic, and mature manner to all.

Safety - Demonstrates a commitment to safety by following safety rules & guidelines; follows good housekeeping practices, takes proper care of equipment. Meets requirements of 100% participation in safety training & 100% safety actions completed.

Job Knowledge – Demonstrate skills and knowledge relevant to function and work group. Apply best practices and stays up to date on developments in discipline. Proficient in all job requirements. Knows best tools and means for efficient accomplishment of objectives. Takes the time to ensure accuracy of work. High standards for quality and does not allow errors or mistakes.

Delivering Results - Strives to achieve excellence in all tasks and goals. Maintains focus and preserves in the face of obstacles. Uses time efficiently and responds quickly and constructively when confronted with challenges. Accurately prioritizes tasks. Delivers on deadlines.

Continuous Improvement – Actively participates in lean manufacturing initiatives such as 5S, Kaizen Events, RCCA, and Value Stream Analysis. Demonstrates enthusiasm and positivity for improving processes and their work environment. Initiates improvement without the need for constant supervision.

EDUCATON / EXPERIENCE

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Manufacturing Engineering from an accredited University

Experience: Minimum of 5 years recent working experience on commercial/defense aircraft/rotorcraft composite materials, parts, or processes with OEM and/or suppliers

Computer Skills: Recent experience with and demonstrated competency in Computer Aided Design (CAD) software (Solid Works and CATIA preferred) and Microsoft Office including excellence in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Certificates and Licenses: Lean Manufacturing/ Six Sigma preferred.

Other Requirements

• Aviation and/or Defense Industry experience preferred.
• Must be a United States citizen
• Knowledge within the SAP MRP production control system (Sage and Global Shop preferred)
• Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Excellent technical and analytic skills
• Familiarity with Boeing commercial and defense process and material specifications preferred.
• Experience with tooling design, tooling design reviews, and tooling supplier management are preferred.
• Experience generating tool concept designs in CAD software from 2D and 3D part definitions is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, or crouch.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Normal office working conditions. The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate.

Unitech Composites is an equal opportunity employer.