Manufacturing Aerospace Technician

Woodward, Inc.•Spartanburg, SC

1d•$24 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

This role directly engages in a team of teams manufacturing environment by executing technical processes, maintaining safety and quality standards, and driving continuous improvement across shared work areas and production lines. In this role, you will be based at the new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility where we support the manufacturing of hydraulic actuators for today’s aircraft. As a Manufacturing Aerospace Technician, you will have the opportunity to grow and develop while pursuing a rewarding career with some of the latest automated manufacturing technologies.

Requirements

Strong technical capability with SOPs, engineering documentation, and complex product issues.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, reading aerospace drawings and design data, GD&T, and quality standards.
Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and root cause problem-solving skills.
Mechanical aptitude with experience using tools, equipment, and measurement instruments.
Strong communication and collaboration skills across teams and functions.
Proficiency with lean, enterprise manufacturing systems, automation technologies, and production software.
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate documentation and standardized work.
This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Responsibilities

Execute and maintain technical manufacturing procedures across multiple areas and processes
In a flexible and cross-trained teaming environment, take an active role in sitewide decision making
Lead complex tasks, troubleshoot issues, and support the full product line as needed.
Maintain key process variables and ensure accurate daily logging and escalation of concerns.
Apply structured problem-solving and root cause analysis to resolve production issues and prevent recurrence.
Improve process documentation, work instructions, and standard work in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Support 5S, safety, daily management, and production escalations.
Ability to give and receive feedback from member employees of all levels
Crosstrain and learn multiple manufacturing and operational roles
Train and mentor team members to build capability across the organization.

Benefits

All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
401(k) match (4.5%)
Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.
Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
Paid parental leave.
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
Member referral bonus
Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave