Machine Process Designer

Job Description

Job Description

We’re more than aviation experts, we’re pioneers. We challenge what’s possible. From breaking the sound barrier to advanced tiltrotor systems. Today, Bell is shaping the future of aviation through specialized engineering. And we want you.

Machine Process Designer

This position will execute activities for designing digital machine processes and standards for advanced manufacturing equipment. You’ll work with both metallics and composite manufacturing processes executing the design and development of digital processes and resources. Objectives also include driving the advancement of enterprise knowledge and capability within the field of Systems Engineering, specifically machine process design.

**What you’ll be doing as a Machine Process Designer **

Creation and maturation of advanced operational technologies to support machine application laws for multi-axis equipment which includes design and development of a complete machine simulation capability.

Development of sequencing logic for cutting tool technology, machine execution, and sub-system automation through the CAD/CAM system while integrating machine functions into software models to support machine application.

Develop and implement policies, procedures and programs uniquely conceived to promote the Manufacturing Innovation mission and industrialization of new technologies.

Execute complex technical assignments and projects, including the development of machine fabrication support through the CAD/CAM system for flight critical aerospace components and assemblies.

Implement and monitor the effectiveness of process design activities that reduce and control variation to achieve the planned target levels for process design certification.

Develop and chronicle detailed records of best practice and standards including data requirements and approach which includes machine & cutter stability through process design and analysis

Troubleshoot and resolve problems related to machine process and part quality throughout the full manufacturing process lifecycle (CAD/CAM, Post Processing, Machine Control, Metrology)

Qualifications - External

**Skills You Bring To this Role **

Comprehensive understanding of the processes and workflows that are associated with machine programming and the design of standard work.

Understanding of CAD/CAM including data movement from part design to machine and back to part design.

Preferred experience designing / creating machine processes and programs through the post processor life cycle using machine simulations such as Vericut

Experience with CAD/CAM systems such as CATIA v5 or v6, Prefer Catia 3DX experience.

Ability to prioritize work, strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a team player mindset.

Excellent communicator must be able to build and maintain effective relationships with customers, internal and external suppliers, and brief leaders/customers.

What you need to be successful

We are looking for inquisitive and driven engineers with a passion to innovate and learn new technologies.

Bachelor’s degree with a Major in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Manufacturing Engineering or Manufacturing Technology.

5 years’ minimum design experience required in Manufacturing Engineering functions, with experience in process design research and development.

Advanced degrees will be considered as additional experience.

You should be proficient in:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Process Engineering
• Precision Measurement & Hand Metrology
• CAD/CAM Software
• Process Development

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• 3D Modeling