Manufacturing Engineer III

Manufacturing Engineering PositionThe manufacturing engineering position will be part of a team that focuses on finishing processes and assembly of composite aircraft structures. The role will require daily interaction and relationship building with cross-functional departments of Quality, Operations, Planning, and Program Management to meet quality and ramp rate production goals. Tasks will include specification interpretation, defect disposition, root cause investigation, corrective action implementation, work instruction creation, and ownership of the general technical aspects of the finishing (paint, seal, etc.) and assembly production lines. Additionally, the focus will include implementation of new processes and equipment (e.g. automated drilling equipment).Primary Responsibilities:Work cooperatively with other departments on production floor and near composite structures.Willing to work projects as a team or independently, as necessary.Thorough interpretation of Catia models, datasheets, and customer specificationsUnderstanding of paint and assembly processes, tooling, techniques, and methodologyManage procedural work instructions for production operationsUtilize good problem-solving judgement and project management skillsEvaluation of nonconformances, exhibit strong decision-making skills, and provide clear written disposition of repairs (MRB)Drive results through leading/participating in PFMEA, Kaizen, & Six Sigma evaluations and improvement implementationReview of tooling usage and provide technical recommendations for poka-yoke or other risk reduction activitiesReview and monitor complex GD&T stack-up in an aircraft structure and interactions with toolingDrive/support implementation of automated drilling equipment for large aircraft structuresDevelop process improvements, shop aids, etc. to mitigate defects and increase production ratesEducation/Additional Skills:BS Engineering degree or equivalent years of experience; Mechanical or Aerospace degree preferred5+ years in manufacturing/process engineering; Aerospace composite industry preferredAbility to apply DMAIC, LEAN, PFMEA, Six Sigma, Poka-yoke improvementsRoot Cause and Corrective Action / Nonconformance Disposition (MRB)Shop Planning Generation (MS Office Products, etc)GD&T understanding (ASME Y14.5)Experience in CNC machining environment a plusGreen Belt Certified a plusExperience in Windchill, and SAP a plusWillingness to perform "hands-on" work a plus