Lead Manufacturing Engineer

Who WE are and where WE are going

At MRA Systems, our employees have amazing opportunities to work on advanced technologies and systems that support thousands of customers and millions of people worldwide every day.  From the first flight across the Pacific Ocean to developing highly complex structures for the most popular aircraft in the world, we have come a long way always with a can-do approach to problem solving while delighting customers with our high say-do ratio.  We are looking for people with innovative ideas and the drive to help us grow into the future.

A pioneer in the production and assembly of complex aerostructures including aircraft and rocket components, engine nacelle systems, thrust reversers and advanced composite products, we apply the latest digital technologies and automation in composite design and manufacturing that are second to none.  At ST Engineering MRAS, we are also rapidly augmenting our maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities leveraging the company’s expanded aircraft nacelle portfolio as well as it’s materials and processing expertise.

Who YOU are and what YOU can become

Manufacturing/Process Engineers are the bridge between the design team and the production floor. As a Lead within the Process Engineering team, you will take on developing new and improving upon existing composite structures that are manufactured in the composite bonding area.  Leads take manufacturing ownership of the structures they are responsible for and are able to communicate to business leaders as well as the certified operators who manufacture the product. Leads also provide guidance and act as a sounding board for PB and/or new engineers within the team to help resolve technical problems.

What YOU will do

1. Develop/revise new and existing engineering specifications, processes and procedures that support the manufacturing of carbon fiber reinforced composite structures:

• Process Specifications
• Material Specifications
• Tooling Specifications
• Tooling Design, manufacturing and Geometry Buy-Off via modeling software
• Production/Manufacturing Planning
• Develop detailed cost models and provide Cost Out concepts

2. Own and drive the introduction of new products into the manufacturing environment. This includes creating and/or reviewing the following aspects of NPI designs:
   • Manufacturability of design concepts
   • Cost estimates and ROI of new concepts and designs to be automated
   • Develop tooling concepts and production methodology for automation cells
   • Support of business reviews and provide technical insight into manufacturing.

Skills:

1. Critical Thinking:

• Troubleshoot complex engineering issues that are affecting part quality, cost and/or function (Machine to tooling interface/Tool to part Interface/Part to Assembly Interface)
• Develop engineering metrics around productivity, part flow and report out to the business
• Incorporate lean manufacturing methods and use Six Sigma data analysis tools to resolve CTQ issues

2. Communication:

• Create and employ operator manufacturing procedures, training manuals and programs for certifying operators
• Effectively liaison with design/analysis engineering, procurement, union representatives and business leadership
• Create engineering documentation in support of manufacturing activities and new equipment design, purchase and installation.

What YOU must bring to Succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a relevant engineering discipline is required.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in manufacturing engineering relating to composite structures and/or other aerospace structures is required.

Desired Characteristics

• Experience in manufacturing and engineering technology
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methods
• SAP experience is desired
• Modeling software experience

At ST Engineering, we offer great rewards, competitive pay, career advancement and growth opportunities.

Estimate salary range for this role: $88,200 to $127,300 per year. ST Engineering considers several factors with extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates’ key skills, relevant work experience, education/training/certification, job level, and work location. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.

ST Engineering - MRAS Benefits:

As a full-time employee of ST Engineering- MRAS, you are eligible for our benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting from start date
• Health Flexible Spending Accounts
• Free Onsite Gym with weekly fitness classes  
• Immediate 401k vesting
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time off (Permissive for exempt staff)

Employment Notice: Background and Drug Screening Requirements

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, successful completion of a background check and drug screening is a mandatory condition for employment. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results from these screenings.

It takes diverse talent to solve real-world problems.  ST Engineering is deeply committed to building a workplace community where inclusion is valued, and everyone feels welcomed.  We’re proud to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected grounds. So, bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s through our differences that innovative changes are made.

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