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Manufacturing Engineer

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company•Simsbury, CT
•$85,000 - $130,000

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer (ME) is the technical lead on internal and external projects, responsible for technical and schedule aspects throughout the production life cycle. The position supports and reports directly to the Manufacturing Engineering Lead. The ME develops and maintains manufacturing documentation and product testing requirements and methods, supports transitions from proposals to production, coordinates with customers and internal departments, and works with production personnel to ensure production viability and successful execution of programs.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in an engineering discipline; mechanical engineering or manufacturing engineering is preferred.
  • Manufacturing or related engineering experience with multi-part mechanisms and mechanical assemblies.
  • Knowledge of space vehicle mechanisms and systems.
  • Experience with CAD, 3-D modeling, assembly creation, drawings, and GD&T.
  • Experience designing tooling and fixtures.
  • Knowledge of Design for Manufacturing methods and techniques.
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with demonstrated ability to lead programs or projects.
  • Experience with formal problem analysis and resolution.
  • Project management skills, including the ability to document, plan, and execute programs.
  • Experience working with aerospace products and processes.
  • Knowledge of Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing practices.
  • Experience with Enterprise/Manufacturing Resource Planning (ERP/MRP) systems.
  • Proficiency with MS Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; familiarity with and ability to work in MS Project.

Nice To Haves

  • Knowledge of space vehicle mechanisms and systems.
  • Experience with CAD, 3-D modeling, assembly creation, drawings, and GD&T.
  • Experience designing tooling and fixtures.
  • Knowledge of Design for Manufacturing methods and techniques.
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with demonstrated ability to lead programs or projects.
  • Experience with formal problem analysis and resolution.
  • Project management skills, including the ability to document, plan, and execute programs.
  • Experience working with aerospace products and processes.
  • Knowledge of Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing practices.
  • Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
  • Proficiency with MS Office and familiarity with MS Project.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, including manufacturing instructions, routings, process specifications, and tooling, as well as product testing requirements and methods.
  • Provide continuity during transitions from proposals to production, serving as the main technical liaison between the customer and EBAD.
  • Solve manufacturing problems, investigate process failures, and implement corrective actions.
  • Coordinate with other departments to ensure production viability of new designs, create required documentation, and obtain internal and customer approval of documentation.
  • Interface with production personnel, including operators, quality inspectors, and shop floor supervisors.
  • Implement Lean methodologies, including standard work, point-of-use tooling, material presentation, and process improvements.
  • Develop automated test fixtures and assembly tools.
  • Develop manufacturing cell layouts, including tooling, machinery, and equipment.
  • Create Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (PFMEA).
  • Perform technical compliance and risk assessment.
  • Create standard work and contribute to manufacturing cell planning.
  • Track status and ensure completion of operations milestones and tasks for production programs.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Retirement benefits
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Employee assistance and wellness resources
  • Incentive compensation eligibility, subject to applicable plan terms and conditions

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