Manufacturing Engineer

PRYER AEROSPACE LLC•Tulsa, OK

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Coordinates manufacturing launch for new or revised parts and components. Applies fabrication expertise to support cost-effective engineering design reviews, determine manufacturing methods, review tooling designs, ensure accurate material use in accordance with customer specifications, and uphold quality standards. The role works across departments and with customers throughout product launch and the product life cycle, addressing design, production, quality, and corrective-action needs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and two years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience with Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing techniques.
Foreign Object Damage (FOD) awareness.
Experience with ISO 9001 and NADCAP.
Knowledge of material selection and application.
Experience with tooling design and/or fixturing.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Experience applying probability, statistical inference, plane and solid geometry, and trigonometry.
Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Experience using database, CAD design, internet, manufacturing, order processing, spreadsheet, and word-processing software.

Responsibilities

Analyze customer specifications during planning to identify details and determine feasibility, cost, and production timelines.
Research, design, and develop manufacturing processes.
Coordinate with other departments on product specifications, design, and tooling issues to support efficient production methods.
Recommend design changes to meet customer requirements and coordinate design-change requests and drawing releases with customers.
Prepare written recommendations about document revisions, submit them to management, and follow up for timely review and approval.
Work with contract review and project managers to ensure contracts align with final quotations and purchase orders; identify and communicate revisions needed after analyzing specifications, manufacturing methods, materials, and timelines.
Coordinate with other departments on router configuration, workforce utilization, workflow, equipment, workspace, and scheduling methods.
Ensure efficient production methods for fabricated parts.
Analyze products and processes for cost reduction, quality improvement, and greater efficiency; serve as a company technical expert.
Work with customers to define and document requirements, resolve problems, and address technical concerns.
Provide technical assistance and training to operations personnel on fabrication methods and customer specifications during part or component prove-out and runoff.
Evaluate and resolve fabrication problems, and test whether machines can perform designated tasks using appropriate manufacturing methods.
Work with Quality to review and monitor quality issues during manufacturing launch for new or revised parts and components.
Take responsibility for the entire product life cycle.
Facilitate and resolve Corrective Action Reports (CARs) through Engineering or other departments responsible for resolution.