Manufacturing Engineer - The Structures Company

Job Title: Aerospace Manufacturing Engineer

Multiple Location Openings: TX, SC, WA, CA, NM, CO, KS, VA, NC, GA, OK, MO

***MUST BE US PERSONS***

We are a national staffing firm working with some of the top-tier aerospace companies in the world! And we are looking for first-class employees to work with our clients.

 Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a US persons as noted in the Job description?

• Do you meet the educational requirements for this job?

• Do you meet the experience requirements for this job?

• Are you able to commute to the job location or are you able to relocate for the role?

 Details:

• Contract 12 mos. - potential for extended term

• Medical, dental, and vision plan with Cigna

• Robust 401K

• Potential for per diem and overtime

• Sick pay, and holiday pay for those who qualify

Summary:

The Manufacturing Engineer position is responsible for the efficient build of a high-quality aircraft which includes but not limited to: configuration control, creation of planning, tooling (manufacturing aides), work sequencing and designing efficient build methods. The successful candidate must have a strong mechanical background with sheet metal (Structures), and aircraft production experience.

Responsibilities:

• Supports work specifically to detail parts manufacturing and assembly operations within a manufacturing environment.

• Develops documentation and procedures to ensure compliance specific to customer, and regulatory production requirements and specifications.

• Develops solutions for production problems relating to materials, manufacturing processes and/or the right tooling.

• Interprets engineering drawings to determine requirements meet objectives. Acts as liaison between Design Engineering, Tooling department, Quality, and Production. 

• Provides technical support and assistance with the development and improvement of methods, quality product design, cost, and technical issues of a complex manner as required

• Plans and documents various installation processes, tooling, equipment, and quality control methods to optimize the manufacturing operation.

• Ensures completed tasks have been performed and inspected in accordance with HACI standards. 

• Identifies and corrects assigned production and manufacturing issues.

• Prepares and updates planning.  Assist with BOM identification and control.  Prepares tool orders and verifies compliance.

Required Skills:

• Bachelors’ degree (Technical) plus 2 years aviation experience

• Lean, 5S and experience in a manufacturing environment

• Experience with process improvement and cost savings.

• Strong analytical skills.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and/or specifications requirements.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Excellent problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work in a diverse environment.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

• Some experience utilizing tools such as SAP, CAD CAM, CATIA, Microsoft Office Suites (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Lotus Notes).

• Ability to multitask.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Working knowledge of aircraft assembly, sequencing, and manufacturing flow.

• Working knowledge of or exposure to Lean Manufacturing tools.

• Working knowledge of sheet metal related processes including (but not limited to): Metal Forming, Bending, Laser Cutting, Shearing, Stamping, Stretch Forming, Waterjet Cutting, and Basic Machining Operations 

Desired Skills:

• Six Sigma Training.

• GD&T Training

• Airframe & Powerplant license 

• Interiors experience

*ITAR Definition

Under § 120.14 of the ITAR a U.S. person is defined as a person who is a lawful permanent resident of the United States. A lawful permanent resident is further defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20). A U.S. Person is also a protected individual which is defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). 

The Structures Company is a national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract to hire, and direct hire placement opportunities. Our clients rely on us to support their engineering, IT, Production, Maintenance & Repair, and support staff. Our niche recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths and is why we are a top provider of talented professionals to the majority of our clients. They will help you identify the opportunity that best fits your interests while also providing industry-leading customer service.

We support the majority of aerospace OEM's and tier 1 suppliers across the United States.

The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer (or AA/ EOE)

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