Measurement System Engineer

Airbus • Kinston, NC

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Airbus Aerosystems Kinston is looking for a Measurement System Engineer to join their team. This role is accountable for leading Metrology and inspection support to the Operational Support team for both production and R&T project activity. The successful candidate will be part of a small, dynamic team within Manufacturing Engineering, supporting production and influencing the industrial system from production through to defining technology advancements for robotics and automation.

Requirements

• Engineering qualification from an accredited engineering program
• Requires 5 to 10 years relevant engineering experience within a Manufacturing Engineering environment.
• Strong background in Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering with a knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Strong understanding of metallic and composite manufacturing or Inspection and Measurement techniques.
• Working knowledge and application of Inspection and Measurement systems and Business management systems (BMS).
• Strong teamworking and relationship building skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and problem-solving ability.
• Proven record of providing excellent internal and external customer service.
• Experience in Inspection and Measurement technology in a production environment.
• Experience of lean manufacturing / continuous improvement environment.
• The individual will be proficient in Non-Destructive Testing and/or Laser Tracking technology and engineering drawings for metrology data packs and manufacturing instructions.
• Excellent command of English (spoken & written).
• 5% Domestic and International travel.
• Self-driven with a ‘can-do’ attitude.
• Authorised to work in the US.

Nice To Haves

• Degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Detailed knowledge of design methods both on 2D and 3D design platforms with excellent drawing/design interpretation skills.
• Knowledge of Non-Destructive Testing and Laser Tracking technologies
• Basic Spanish and / or French (spoken).
• Excellent working knowledge of the Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook) or the Google equivalent.
• General knowledge of FAA, EASA and ICAO preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze needs, propose and deploy harmonized & qualified measurement systems, linked with national standards and local environmental and Health & Safety rules.
• Analyze and evaluate existing Measurement Systems, considering industrial requirements and constraints.
• Implementation and analysis of Laser Tracking technology and procedures.
• Specify and validate production tools and equipment required to meet geometric tolerances and process efficiency.
• Deliver qualified, deployed Measurement Systems to plant requirements, in line with the maintenance and calibration plans.
• Create and define the metrology processes, defining datum structures from key production component features, using CATIA platforms, interface and frontier drawings.
• Produce functional Metrology Assisted Assembly (MAA) build philosophies, metrology measurement data packs, and Catia master products and engineering drawings.
• Implementation and interpretation of Non-Destructive Testing and analysis.
• Ensure existing work specifications contain up to date measurement and guidance.
• Validate and calibrate existing and new Measuring Equipment.
• Apply Statistical Methodologies to production components including Measurement System Analysis (MSA), Measurement Control Charts, Statistical Process Control (SPC) analysis and capability evaluation (CPK).
• Ensure that ME team members and other relevant employees are aware of the Inspection and Measurement tools and techniques used in the Kinston operation.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement techniques to the Inspection and Measurement systems required in Kinston Plant.
• Ensure the Inspection and Measurement are considered and developed in Industrial System continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze plant Inspection and Measurement data with a view to identifying improvement opportunities.
• Ensure ME team members and other relevant employees are aware of, and are involved in continuous improvement tools and techniques.
• Promote a customer-focused mindset and act as a change leader within the Manufacturing Engineering organization.
• Ensure the correct standards are achieved for production and MOD’s configuration for all program variants.
• Respond to and resolve technical queries from various departments and stakeholders.
• Other duties as assigned by the management.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”)
• Paid time off including personal time
• Holidays
• Paid parental leave program
• Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.
• Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path; as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes; and both national and international mobility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree