Manufacturing Engineer II

Manufacturing EngineerThe Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for the maintenance and sustaining efforts of the manufacturing and production lines; including Generator Control Units (GCUs), Transformer Rectifier Units (TRUs), and other electrical power conversion units. The selected candidate completes daily duties related to support of operations, maintenance of manufacturing work instructions, routers, and associated paperwork.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:Transfer of Knowledge & Best Practices to manufacturing engineers / technicians, co-ops, and lead operators.Maintain and perform Continuous improvements to existing build instructionsTechnical writing to include the creation, maintenance, and improvement of manufacturing documentation (e.g., work instructions, specifications, and procedures).Convert engineering redlines into permanent changes in documentationProvide manufacturing support to production and operators as needed / Responsible for troubleshooting manufacturing related technical issuesCompletes design reviews and concurrent engineering with the design group as neededFocus on improvement of assembly processes of medium duty aerospace power componentsResponsible for measuring, analyzing and driving improvements in the manufacturing processes and equipment used in the manufacture of electronics & electrical sub-assemblies, to assure compliance to engineering specifications and to ensure a high quality industrialized process in the suppliers.Participates in the QRQC processPerforms trend analysis and regular SPC review of product linesDefines operator training needs and improvementsCompletes regular process improvement and cost reduction projects to legacy product linesUtilize Lean Manufacturing/One Safran principles and tools to set up efficient production process flowsAdhere to safe work practices and contributes to the evolution of the health, safety, and environmental program and cultureResponsible for ensuring safe and proper ergonomic conditionsSupports successful transition of programs from the development stage to production stage. Chooses and designs simple tools; provides input to engineering for complex toolingAssists operators and manufacturing technicians with the non-conformance processes and assessmentsActs as backup for SAP BOM updates and SAP related transactions for non-conformancesServes as an integral member of engineering program teams in support of current development and production activitiesEducation and/or Experience:Bachelor's Degree in mechanical engineering technology / Manufacturing / Industrialization or Engineering degree with experience in Aerospace manufacturing. A minimum of 5 years of design or manufacturing experience with aerospace electronics, or in related areas. This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Citizens, or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.Candidate skills & requirements:Proficient at interpreting engineering drawings and applying appropriate manufacturing techniques regarding electronics and wound assembly manufacturing processes such as soldering, copper forming, brazing, impregnation, cabling and harnessing, and mechanical assembly. Fundamental understanding of geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T) Knowledge of tooling design and use of hand tools for mechanical assembly of electrical components. Possess a working knowledge of Continuous Improvement activities and be fully conversant with PFMEA's and CI techniques. Proficient with Aerospace industry standards Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate verbally and in writing at all levels internally and externally, representing Safran to the suppliers. High level of self-motivation and job planning, able to work independently and meet deadlines Enthusiastic, with a drive for results Strong verbal and written skills Knowledge of the key phases and requirements of an effective new program process. Product development and launch system - i.e. APQP, PPAP, etc - and has basic knowledge of the associated tools such as PFMEA, Control Plans, Characteristic Matrix, Gage Capability, Process Capability, Process Flow. Preventive Maintenance, Machine Runoff, Risk analysis, Causal analysis, 8D, SPC, etc.Company Information:Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets. Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's "World's Best Companies 2025" ranking. As the world leader in aeronautical electrical systems, Safran Electrical & Power is a key player in the electrification of aircraft equipment and electric and hybrid propulsion. With expertise across the onboard energy chain, the company designs and delivers innovative, optimized and modular architectures and solutions.Locate your future workplace:8380 Darrow Rd 44087TwinsburgOhio United States