Manufacturing Engineer II for Tooling and Metrology

Gulfstream • Savannah, GA

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About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer II for Tooling and Metrology works under minimal supervision to independently prepare, conduct, and evaluate analyses that improve planning and solve manufacturing issues. The role supports production or post-production functions, including layout, production flow, tooling and production equipment, material fabrication, assembly methods, and planning.

The engineer conducts complex technical studies and operational analyses, recommends equipment and manufacturing methods, and develops detailed work instructions and rework instructions. The position also creates manufacturing bills of material, supports vendor and equipment decisions, performs productibility studies, contributes to Design for Manufacturing assessments, and uses statistical methods and computer systems to support manufacturing planning.

The role applies Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles, coordinates projects across organizations, audits work for compliance with requirements and procedures, supports safety, sustainability, ergonomic, quality, and business continuity initiatives, and maintains activity status reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related curriculum, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions.
• Eighteen months of Manufacturing Engineering, planning, or related technical experience.
• Proven knowledge of Lean and/or Six Sigma principles.
• Knowledge of engineering configuration requirements, tooling, quality control, plant safety, blueprint reading, and shop math.
• Ability to operate computerized equipment and applications such as personal computers, CADAM, CATIA, Solumina, SAP, and Corridor.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Nice To Haves

• Strong understanding of configuration for Gulfstream Model Based Design Aircraft.
• Experience with SAP, Corridor, or similar ERP/MRP systems.
• Experience with the Solumina MES application.
• Experience with SmarTeam and Catia PLM software.
• Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt Certification or higher.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex technical studies and analyze existing or proposed operations; report recommendations for equipment and manufacturing methods, including operation sequence and detailed methodology.
• Author detailed work instructions to improve manufacturing efficiency and support zero-defect opportunities with the Operations Engineer.
• Author DRDI/DMT rework instructions to support corrective actions.
• Author manufacturing bills of material in SAP, Solumina, or Corridor, as applicable, to ensure engineering-defined parts are installed during assembly or installation.
• Assist with make-or-buy proposals, recommend corrective actions, evaluate vendors, attend vendor negotiations, and help resolve vendor problems.
• Research, investigate, and analyze assigned planning or other projects to ensure conformance with requirements.
• Investigate and assist in preparing justifications for equipment and facility requests.
• Perform productibility studies using engineering drawings and participate in Design for Manufacturing assessments with Engineering.
• Apply statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential; make computer inputs and generate data or reports as needed.
• Audit co-workers' output against defined requirements and procedures and demonstrate knowledge of Manufacturing Engineering policies and procedures.
• Incorporate Lean Manufacturing methodology into existing and future processes.
• Lead or coordinate project implementation across multiple organizations with minimal supervision.
• Apply Lean and Six Sigma principles to manufacturing methods as a team member or leader.
• Support safety, sustainability, and ergonomic initiatives.
• Aid in developing and maintaining the Business Continuity Plan.
• Ensure quality policies are practiced and recommend and implement procedures to improve quality.
• Maintain accurate daily or weekly activity status based on work output, as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level