Process Engineer

Ascent Aerospace•Macomb Township, MI

About The Position

Ascent Aerospace is a world-renowned, single-source provider of production and automated assembly systems for the aerospace and defense industry. We provide high-precision advanced automated equipment as well as a full suite of both mold and assembly tooling required for the aerospace manufacturing market, including the largest Invar molds ever made— making us the largest tooling group in the industry. We work with our customers to develop their project and see it through, from process engineering to build and installation, to ensure it is an efficient and cost-effective solution. As a true, single-source integrator, we have proven tools to surpass our customer expectations. We have greater control of timing and schedules, which allows for 100% accountability, and avoids costly mark-ups, ultimately saving our customers money. The result: a group of businesses, each an industry leader within their own discipline, now acting as one truly integrated supply base. SUMMARY OF POSITION The Process Engineer is responsible for translating tool design requirements into material cut lists, commercial component orders, raw stock orders and work orders for the purpose of converting "raw materials" into value-added components.

Requirements

Degree or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities in manufacturing aircraft tooling.
2+- years of progressive responsibility in operations/manufacturing.
Minimum 1 year experience with CAD/CATIA.
Familiar with manufacturing shop and shop environment and able to communicate and work with a direct work force at all levels.
Highly proficient computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems.
Ability to interpret blueprints.
Experience demonstrating problem solving abilities and resourcefulness.
This position must meet Export Control Compliance requirements, therefore a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22.C.F.R. is required. For further details as to how a “U.S. Person” is determined, please see SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS below!

Nice To Haves

Comprehensive understanding of standard build principles and practices.
Knowledge of manufacturing practices including welding, machining, bonding, and fastening.
Basic understanding of GD&T.
A demonstrated capability to think strategically and execute tactically.
Excellent planning / organizational skills.
Self-starter and highly motivated.
Advanced knowledge of materials.
Continuous improvement skills.
Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance: Though not required of this role, individuals that have current, previous, or are willing to go through the process to obtain and maintain during the duration of employment are preferred.

Responsibilities

Create material cut list for saw operations.
Read and comprehend PO, SOW, customer documents, prints, etc.
Determine, coordinate, facilitate and communicate methods of manufacturing.
Order raw material and commercial components.
Create work orders for processes (Saw, Weld, Machine, etc.).
Analyze CAD data (CATIA, IGS, STP, DXF, etc.).
Create CAD data using CATIA (Bend Templates, Flat Patterns, NC Models, Burnout/Waterjet Files, etc.).
Design and Model Shop Aid Fixtures (Check fixtures, Fab Jigs, Machine aids, etc.).
Assist in design changes.
Create / assist with build plans as required.
Develop, implement, and maintain processing standards.
Any additional duties as reasonably assigned by management.