Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Title: Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Dayton, OH

Full Time

Position Summary:

As Sr. Manufacturing Engineer you will serve as an engineering & manufacturing subject matter expert for CLIENT across various programs requiring product design and development knowledge. Your knowledge and expertise will be widely applied across CLIENT 's broad client base from various industry domains such as aerospace, automotive, other defense sectors. You will provide leadership around new technologies and methodologies while working with CLIENT clients in defining the future state for their engineering and manufacturing strategies. The Sr. Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, analyzing, and reviewing the procedures and processes involved in manufacturing.

As a key member of the CLIENT Customer Engagement Team, the Sr. Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for executing against key milestones and deliverable timelines. This role requires client-facing interaction with project teams in meeting aggressive timelines and delivering effective client solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and innovation of CLIENT branded solutions and offerings to be used across DoD and commercial industry sectors
• Lead and mentor junior engineers on engineering, manufacturing, and quality principles / processes
• Plan and execute the development and refinement of 3D Technical Data Packages (3D TDPs) with a cross-functional engineering team to aid in part procurement and manufacturing activities
• Lead technical data discovery and development efforts, including value-added and reverse engineering
• Conduct and review analyses of part production processes, control plans, schedules, methods, and other data to better understand future requirements needed for customers’ manufacturing processes
• Participate in supplier audits for manufacturing capabilities and adherence to design requirements
• Oversee analyses of machine, material, model preparation for additive manufacturing projects
• Work with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Quality Engineers to identify design, manufacturing, and procurement complexities and schedule engineering activities based on priority and need dates
• Drive technical execution of projects around focus areas of Industry 4.0 / Digital Factory / Model-based Enterprise / Advanced Manufacturing / Additive Manufacturing
• Perform accurate / professional documentation and presentation of technical data, CAD models, drawings, analyses, and reports
• Review manufacturing instructions, methods, and processes to identify and improve customer efficiency
• Develop design and manufacturing process strategy documentation with supporting technical analysis for improvements, including streamlining any TDP development through the creation of standardized processes
• Work with suppliers to solve engineering and manufacturing feasibility questions in real time
• Support active feedback between customers and the CLIENT team to drive improvements
• Review part production run results, including dimensional & test results, to verify “as designed” vs. “as manufactured” part requirements
• Partner effectively with CLIENT project/ program management, technical team, and customer to deliver according to agreed plans and schedules
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of issues as they arise and initiate corrective actions
• Ability to manage deliverables and execute tasks on time with minimal oversight
• Work with end-user groups to evaluate and solve technical problems

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Material Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering
• 7+ years related engineering experience
• CAD experience (Creo/NX/Solidworks preferred)
• Ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines concurrently
• Expertise in GD&T
• Expertise with design, manufacturing, and testing of machined, forged/cast, or fabricated aerospace parts
• Experience with design for manufacturing, assembly, reliability, and cost
• Demonstrated time management and project management skills
• Ability to lead small teams of cross-functional engineers
• Skills to communicate complex ideas effectively and work with business and technical stakeholders
• Excellent verbal communication, interpersonal, and influential skills
• Availability for travel to customer locations as required; estimated at up to 50% - client dependent

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in identifying, analyzing, and tracking manufacturing KPIs
• LEAN, Six Sigma, or other process certifications
• Experience with additive manufacturing processes
• Experience with value added & reverse engineering