Manufacturing Engineer - Sheet Metal

InterConnect Wiring•Fort Worth, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sheet Metal Manufacturing Engineer supports production of precision aerospace sheet metal components and assemblies by developing manufacturing processes, improving production methods, preparing manufacturing documentation, and providing hands-on technical support to the shop floor. The role connects engineering, manufacturing, quality, planning, and customers to help ensure products are manufacturable, compliant, cost-effective, and delivered on schedule. The engineer develops and optimizes processes for prototype and production work; reviews drawings, specifications, models, bills of material, and customer requirements; and translates engineering requirements into practical production instructions. The role also supports tooling and equipment development, quality investigations and compliance, continuous improvement, production troubleshooting, estimating and quoting, and new product introductions and production transfers. Work takes place in both engineering or office areas and aerospace manufacturing environments, with regular interaction with production personnel and equipment. Occasional travel may be required to support customers, suppliers, installations, or other business needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline; equivalent relevant technical experience may be considered.
Strong understanding of manufacturing principles and production processes.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and 3D CAD models.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Ability to work effectively with engineering and shop-floor personnel.
Ability to stand and walk throughout the manufacturing facility as needed.
Ability to safely navigate a manufacturing environment and observe production processes.
Ability to occasionally handle tools, samples, fixtures, and manufacturing materials.

Nice To Haves

Previous aerospace manufacturing experience.
Experience with sheet metal fabrication and forming processes.
Experience with CNC punching, laser cutting, press brake forming, drilling, riveting, and related fabrication processes.
Experience with tooling, fixtures, jigs, and manufacturing aids.
Experience with GD&T and aerospace drawing requirements.
Proficiency with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA, or similar CAD systems.
Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as SYSPRO or similar platforms.
Experience with AS9100 or other aerospace quality systems.
Experience with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for aerospace sheet metal components and assemblies.
Review engineering drawings, specifications, models, bills of material, and customer requirements to determine manufacturing approaches.
Develop manufacturing routings, work instructions, travelers, setup documentation, process specifications, bills of material, and other production documentation.
Evaluate designs for manufacturability, assembly, cost, quality, and production efficiency, and work with design engineering to improve designs and reduce production risk.
Support cutting, punching, forming, bending, drilling, deburring, riveting, fastening, and assembly processes.
Establish standard methods and best practices that improve repeatability and process consistency.
Review drawings and 3D models for requirements, tolerances, dimensions, materials, and special processes; maintain documentation and incorporate approved changes into production.
Create and maintain visual work instructions and production aids.
Support Engineering Change Notices, drawing revisions, process changes, and configuration updates, coordinating with Planning and Operations as needed.
Assist with design and development of jigs, fixtures, templates, tooling, and other manufacturing aids.
Identify and implement improvements to tooling, equipment, processes, and manufacturing technologies; troubleshoot related issues and develop corrective solutions.
Work with suppliers and internal personnel when specialized tooling or equipment is required.
Partner with Quality to investigate nonconformances, customer complaints, and manufacturing issues; support corrective action requests, root-cause investigations, and corrective actions.
Analyze production data and process performance to identify recurring issues and improvement opportunities.
Ensure manufacturing processes and documentation meet applicable customer, company, and aerospace requirements, including AS9100 requirements, and maintain appropriate records.
Participate in first article, inspection, qualification, and process validation activities as required.
Identify and implement improvements to safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost using Lean and continuous improvement principles where appropriate.
Work with production personnel to eliminate unnecessary steps, variation, and rework, and improve process capability and production flow.
Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Planning, Purchasing, Engineering, and Operations to resolve production issues.
Provide technical support to production personnel and assist with difficult manufacturing problems.
Interface with customer and supplier engineering personnel as needed.
Support estimating and quoting by evaluating manufacturing requirements, processes, labor, tooling, and technical risks.
Coordinate engineering and manufacturing projects from initial planning through implementation.
Provide technical input for new product introductions and production transfers.
Occasionally travel to support customers, suppliers, installations, or other business needs.