Production Engineering Specialist

2 weeks ago

Rockford, Illinois, United States Ingenium Aerospace LLC Full time
Job Overview

COMPANY BACKGROUND

Ingenium Aerospace LLC, established in 2006, is led by Steve Carter and Darrin Kopala. Our dedicated team of professionals is committed to delivering exceptional service to our clients. We pride ourselves on being a nimble and dynamic organization focused on providing high-quality actuation and rotating components, alongside related products and services, to the aerospace and defense sectors, ensuring timely delivery at competitive prices.

CORE PRINCIPLES AND OBJECTIVES

At Ingenium Aerospace, we deeply value our employees as integral components of our team. Our workforce is actively engaged in decision-making processes and in crafting solutions to meet our clients' needs. We cultivate a workplace environment that emphasizes respect, integrity, collaboration, and excellence, while also fostering a friendly and enjoyable atmosphere.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

The role of the Manufacturing Engineer is both demanding and vital. This position requires a high level of energy, multitasking capabilities, and outstanding communication skills across various business functions. The Manufacturing Engineer will undertake the following responsibilities:

  • Enhance and refine manufacturing processes by aligning products with suitable manufacturing techniques, assembly, and testing methods, as well as identifying appropriate suppliers.
  • Possess a thorough understanding of customer requirements, including technical specifications, timelines, costs, and necessary documentation.
  • Serve as an internal consultant to the product design engineering team and engage in product development reviews with engineering, program teams, and clients.
  • Support Design To Cost (DTC) initiatives and Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) efforts.
  • Act as a liaison among the Assembly and Test (A&T) team, suppliers, procurement, and engineering to address cost reduction, manufacturing challenges, and lead time optimization.
  • Review and approve detailed design drawings for manufacturability, demonstrating proficiency in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and drawing verification.

SPECIFIC TASKS

  • Assess manufacturing and assembly processes by leveraging knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials.
  • Collaborate with suppliers and implement enhancements with A&T operators.
  • Develop and optimize assembly and testing methods in partnership with Product Design Engineers, Quality Assurance, and A&T personnel.
  • Boost manufacturing efficiency through analysis and planning of workflow, spatial requirements, and equipment layout.
  • Ensure product and process quality by designing and validating testing equipment and methodologies, assessing finished product and process capabilities, establishing standards, and validating manufacturing processes.
  • Provide critical manufacturing decision-making information regarding detailed drawings, production, labor, and material costs; review production schedules; and estimate future needs.
  • Create and validate A&T routers and work instructions.
  • Comply with all government regulations, industry standards, and specific customer requirements.
  • Facilitate communication and collaboration across Program Management, Design and Manufacturing Engineering, A&T, Quality, and Operations.
  • Contribute to facility growth, modifications, and expansions.
  • Adopt a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
  • Implement and train staff on lean principles.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience (10+ years) in relevant duties.
  • Proven leadership abilities through participation in and management of multifaceted teams.
  • Understanding of key functions in purchasing, planning, inventory, and operations.
  • Exceptional problem-solving and organizational capabilities.
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to convey information clearly.
  • Ability to present technical information to individuals and small cross-functional teams.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes suitable for a low-volume, high-mix environment.
  • Experience managing complex customer hardware specifications, manufacturing methods, quality assurance, and supplier evaluation.
  • Strong background in applying Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ANSI Y14.5M.
  • Proficiency in using basic inspection equipment.
  • U.S. Citizenship required; dual citizenship is not permitted.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Ability to interpret technical drawings and a solid understanding of multi-level Bill of Materials (BOM).
  • Familiarity with AS9100 requirements is advantageous.
  • Knowledge of aerospace traceable configuration management techniques and hardware control requirements is a plus.
  • Experience with SolidWorks is beneficial.
  • Understanding of certification and qualification testing per DO-160 and/or MIL-STD-810 is a plus.
  • Experience in small to mid-sized companies operating in a high-mix, low-volume market is advantageous.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND VISUAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

  • The office environment is standard. Temperature and noise levels in the manufacturing area may necessitate the use of personal protective equipment.
  • While performing job duties, the candidate is frequently required to communicate verbally, listen, and use hands for typing. Specific vision abilities required include depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
  • The candidate must be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds.
  • This position does not allow for remote work.

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