Job Overview

We are a high-paced and agile manufacturing organization that is growing rapidly. We are searching for a multi-faceted production and manufacturing engineer. We are looking for someone who understands formal manufacturing environments and is able to focus on the key elements that will take us to the next level. This role is broad from shaping our MRP system to evolving material and production management systems to planning production.

Essential Functions

• Evaluates existing manufacturing processes to improve them, working broadly from supply chain to business systems to help things run smoothly.
• Develops manufacturing processes by studying product requirements, researching testing methods, and conferring with equipment vendors.
• Designs and implements tooling on the production floor.
• Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
• Assures product and process quality by designing and implementing testing methods where required.
• Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs.
• Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Provides manufacturing engineering information by answering questions and requests.
• Maintains product and company reputation by complying with government regulations.
• Keeps equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services.
• Maintains product and process database by creating assembly work instructions.
• Completes design and development projects by training and guiding technicians.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Standard Essential Functions

• Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
• Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Highly skilled in CAD/CAM software and manufacturing simulation tools.
• Strong ability to interoperate and explain mechanical and electrical drawings to production technicians.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong Ability to be flexible in various work scenarios to adjust priorities needed to meet evolving requirements and challenges.
• Demonstrative ability to be proactive and take initiate to during day-to-day tasks.
• Strong ability to work independently, confidently making decisions to guide other towards project goals.
• Strong ability to work efficiently in a collaborative team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey ideas, provide guidance and collaborate with other team members.
• Comprehensive understanding of regulatory and industry standards, such as FAA regulations, AS9100, ISO 9001, and IPC-610/620.

Education / Certifications

• Bachelor of Science in engineering or related field required.

Experience

• Minimum of 6-9 years of manufacturing experience
• Defense manufacturing is a plus
• Experience with an MRP system
• Experience with composites a plus
• Experience working with contract manufacturing a plus
• Experience using CAD or CAM software (SolidWorks preferred)

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:

• Frequently required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment
• Occasionally required to stand for extended periods of time
• Occasionally required to lift up to 15 pounds

For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.

Security Clearance

• Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.

Disclaimer:

AEVEX Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.