Manufacturing Process Optimization Specialist

4 weeks ago


Santa Clarita, California, United States Ta Aerospace Full time
Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Job Summary:

As a Manufacturing Engineer at TA Aerospace, you will be responsible for optimizing all aspects of manufacturing processes in assigned areas of responsibility. This includes identifying opportunities for improvement and applying simpler, faster, and more cost-effective methods in all phases of manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee technical aspects of assigned manufacturing processes to ensure efficient and productive performance.
  • Implement process improvement strategies and techniques, including Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma, to eliminate waste and increase velocity.
  • Understand performance metrics and implement continuous improvement initiatives to meet Flight Plan Goals.
  • Identify and implement scrap and rework reduction opportunities through redesign, tooling, and/or process changes.
  • Provide production floor support in technical matters relating to work instructions, drawing interpretation, and work order documentation.
  • Design and develop robust tooling and fixtures to reduce set-up and changeover time while maximizing output.
  • Coordinate tooling development and repairs with Tool Room personnel.
  • Provide technical data and cost justification to support capital equipment and tooling purchases.
  • Perform time and motion studies to support standard costing activities and capacity planning.
  • Participate in new product development with Design Engineering to ensure manufacturability.
  • Coordinate with Customer Service to verify tooling requirements and manufacturing capability prior to accepting production orders.
  • Develop work instructions for daily operation as well as for training new employees.
  • Verify adequacy of production planning and revise as required.
  • Assist department supervision with process training.
  • Assist department supervision to optimize work center layouts.
  • Study and investigate state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies/techniques for potential application.
  • Assist with other manufacturing processes and special projects as assigned.

Requirements:

  • 3 to 5 years' experience as Manufacturing Engineer in a continuous improvement manufacturing environment, aerospace preferred.
  • Expertise in robotics highly desirable.
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering required.
  • Strong people skills and ability to work well with team members to achieve a common goal.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Bi-lingual skills in English and Spanish preferred.
  • Working experience with Six Sigma and SPC preferred.
  • Working experience designing and developing fixtures for production runs using CAD software, CATIA preferred.
  • Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project skills.

Other:

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as: any individual who is granted U.S. citizenship; or any individual who is granted U.S. permanent residence (Green Card holder); or any individual who is granted status as a protected person under 8 U.S.C.

TA Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability.

Pay Range: $87,235 - $120,426 per year

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