Material Conversion Engineer

Who YOU are and what YOU can become:

The Material Conversion Engineer serves as a support function for the Material Conversion work cell for current production programs focusing on the industrialization of material handling and material conversion.  This role will provide the second level of technical support for the work cell behind the front-line supervisors and shall coordinate support efforts between the business operations unit and the respective Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for assigned equipment.

The Material Conversion Engineer will work in the Operations team, on site at Middle River, supporting the material conversion work cell.  This role will initially support the development of the processes and standards necessary to ensure efficient and compliant operation of the material conversion equipment is achieved.  This will include creating workflows, identifying opportunities for automation and further capital investments, executing assigned development tasks related to equipment startup, and working within the digital infrastructure created for the work cell.  The Engineer will also ensure compliant processes and standards are created to ensure proper material management and traceability is maintained through the entirety of the process from raw material receipt through shipping finished goods.  After initial startup, the engineer will provide regular support to the work cell to ensure compliance and efficiency are maintained throughout all stages of the production process.

Who WE are and where WE are going

At ST Engineering MRAS, 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.

What YOU will do:

The Engineer demonstrates the capability to work independently (when required), and in collaboration with others, effectively interfacing and integrating their activities within the operations organization.  An ability to establish and support multiple projects within reasonable time constraints is required.  The Engineer is also responsible for timely identification and communication of project obstacles to the work cell manager.

• Serves as technical support for the work cell for all material conversion functions.
• Supports all Operation centric meetings to provide technical guidance and/or direction on process and material quality issues.
• Supports definition of KPI’s specific to the material conversion process as well as efforts to maintain/improve defined KPI’s.
• Manages assigned capital investment projects for industrialization of the work cell.  This will include supporting the design and implementation of some of the capital projects, as well as managing the cost targets.
• Creates and reviews processes and procedures surrounding the operation and workflows occurring inside the work are cell compliant to NADCAP, AS9100, customer, and MRAS requirements.
• Drives compliance (first) and efficiency (second) into daily practices inside the work cell.
• Supports capacity planning and layout designs for the work cell.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What YOU must bring to Succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent field from an accredited university or college with 0 - 3 years of relevant experience.
• Technical background in composites and/or automation/robotics. 

• Ability to support multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail with limited direct supervision.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Experience with generating statements of work (SOW) for external contracting.
• Self-starter and technically curious with practical hands-on experience working with materials and/or machines.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with NADCAP requirements.
• 3D CAD/Design experience in CATIA or similar.
• Aerospace materials processing experience.
• Six Sigma training is preferred.
• MS office proficient

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

Estimate salary range for this role: $65,000 to $93,900 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 dateHealth Flexible Spending AccountsFree Onsite Gym with weekly fitness classes  Immediate 401k vestingEducational AssistanceLife InsurancePaid 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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