Manufacturing Engineer

1 week ago


Santa Ana, California, United States PCX Aerostructures Full time
Title
Manufacturing Engineer - Composites
$5,000 Sign-on Bonus

About the Organization

PCX Aerosystems is a premier supplier of flight-critical mechanical systems and structures to leading aerospace OEMs and the US Government.

With roots going back to the dawn of the helicopter age, PCX today is a private equity owned acquisition platform tasked with building a defense-focused, balanced portfolio of companies that manufacture, assemble and perform overhaul and repair services for a variety of fixed-wing and rotorcraft programs.

Several of our businesses provide metal and composite components for space applications including satellites, spacecraft and rockets. Headquartered in Newington, Connecticut, we offer a competitive compensation & benefits package and a business culture which rewards performance. For additional information on PCX Aerosystems, please visit our website at

Company Overview


PCX Aerosystems currently has operations in Long Beach and Santa Ana, CA; Boylston, MA; and Newington, Enfield and Manchester CT.

Each of these locations has a unique history, and we strive to maintain local entrepreneurial freedom, supported by the strength that comes from being part of a larger organization.

Our workforce includes Associates in a wide variety of disciplines, including Engineering, Manufacturing, Program Management, Sourcing, Sales, Quality, Finance and Human Resources.

The PCX Aerosystems teams seek to safely deliver on our customers' toughest requirements, while living our values, every day.

We are a company that embraces diversity.

EOE Statement
PCX Aerosystems is an equal opportunity employer.

Description
PCX Aerosystems is a leading supplier of integrated products, services and support to military forces and prime contractors worldwide.

Focused on defense technology, we develop, manufacture and support a broad range of systems for mission critical and military sustainment requirements, as well as commercial industries.


Headquartered in Santa Ana, California we offer a competitive compensation & benefits package and a business culture which rewards performance.

For additional information on PCX Aerosystems, please visit our website at

Company Overview:
PCX Aerosystems, Santa Ana was first founded in 1959 as Royal Industries, Inc. The company manufactures complex structures/assemblies, composites, landing gear, external fuel tanks for the aerospace industry. Our workforce includes associates and professionals in Engineering, Manufacturing, Program Management, Sourcing, Sales, Quality, Finance, IT and Human Resources.

The PCX Aerosystems team strives for continuous improvement and innovation, through the application of Lean and Six Sigma tools, with the end goal of delivering for our customers.

We are a Company that values Diversity. Employees enjoy the opportunity to grow professionally and network across Southern California.

Role Summary/Purpose:


The Manufacturing Engineer - Composites, is responsible for the technical development, oversight and improvement of manufacturing processes within the area of responsibility.

Plans and presents engineering program and product manufacturing methods reviews for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, customer contract requirements, and related specifications.

Develops and requests design and specification change releases. Assesses and communicates impact of engineering initiatives to functional groups. This role is classified as Exempt for FLSA purposes and reports to the Manufacturing Engineering Director.

Essential Responsibilities:
Creates and maintains technical work instructions for the manufacturing of aerospace composite components.

Provides technical support to the Quality and Operations groups to meet the site Safety, Cost, Quality and Delivery targets.

Supports the Purchasing and Business Development functions as part of the quoting processes.

Determines operational standard hours.

Leads root cause analysis activities and implements corrective actions to prevent and resolve manufacturing defects.

Implements SPC charting in key manufacturing processes.

Assesses component design requirements/blueprint definition and incorporates them in the manufacturing work instructions.

Provides training and guidance to operators and other engineers as needed.

Leads manufacturing area productivity and cost reduction improvements.


Develops and implements manufacturing processes that meet or exceed the capability requirements as part of the new product introduction activities.

Assesses and initiates component repairs.


The individual is required to be a supportive member of Environmental Safety & Health (ESH) and Quality System policies to provide a safe work place and eliminate conditions and behaviors which may cause work related illnesses and/or injuries while delivering quality product and services on time.


Pay range:
$90,000 to $120,000 per year

Position Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Engineering, or HS Diploma/GED with relevant aerospace manufacturing/repair experience.

5+ years of technical experience in manufacturing of aerospace composites.

Preferred experience:
Experience creating and maintaining manufacturing methods for complex composites components (e.g. rocket nozzles, rocket motor cases and aircraft structures).

Familiar with building and maintaining Bill of Materials for complex composites components.

Experience in lamination (hand layup, vacuum bagging) and machining of aerospace composite structures and honeycomb assemblies.

Familiar with engineering drawings and interpretation of GD&T.

Experience with CAD modelling (CATIA, Solidworks, NX and Fibersim).

Experience designing manufacturing tooling for the production of composites.

Candidate must possess Change Management skills and ability to drive change throughout the organization. Demonstrated leadership and communication skills. Knowledge of process change implementation.

Candidate must possess the ability to think strategically and work through tactical implementation of major engineering change initiatives. Analytical and results oriented. Ability to multi-task and detail oriented.

Knowledge and experience with Six Sigma, ACE, Lean tools and continuous improvement methodologies required.

Excellent written and oral communication skills. Team player and motivator skills required to establish and sustain a lean culture.

Strong familiarity with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Solidworks & Access) required.

Physical Requirements (Lifting, Walking, Bending, Stooping kneeling, etc.):


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 of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.

Work Environment:


The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PCX Aerosystems is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, marital or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.


This employer participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.

For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here:

Shift
First

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time

Location
PCX Aerosystems, Santa Ana

Category
Engineering

Req Number

ENG
Position
Manufacturing Engineer - Composites

Close Date

Post Internal Days
0

Number of Openings
1

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Exempt

Hiring Manager(s)
Adriana Olivares
This position is currently accepting applications.

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