Senior Manufacturing Engineer

2 days ago


El Cajon, California, United States GKN Aerospace Inc Full time
Job Summary

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Materials and Processes will provide technical expertise at a local level for operational and development programs to enable and deliver zero-defect projects utilizing engineering and problem-solving skills.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain chemical processes, industrial wastewater treatment systems, and other chemical-related manufacturing processes.
  • Act as a subject matter expert in chemical processing, including electroplating, mechanical cleaning, chemical cleaning, chemical stripping, and chemical process control.
  • Align operational processes with local regulations and industry standards.
  • Provide solutions for production issues through equipment troubleshooting, data analysis, and process improvement methodologies.
  • Conduct root cause analysis, implement possible solutions to resolve production issues, and process improvement.
  • Ensure compliance with GKN Aerospace's Health, Safety, and Environmental policies and standards.
  • Provide technical expertise at a local project level in governance and deployment of manufacturing development and integration for production within GKN Aerospace.
  • Provide technical expertise to rapidly solve issues pertaining to vendor schedule and/or quality.
  • Break down technical problems, risks, and opportunities to create products and add value to GKN Aerospace through creating Zero Defects.
  • Lead positive team relationships with internal and external customers, as well as coworkers.
  • Continuously improve production processes by implementing Lean initiatives.
  • Provide local project technical oversight for the development of manufacturing process solutions to complex problems through:
  • Local project technical lead for the implementation of production planning, from original concept through to production. Design these processes to a high level of process capability through utilizing the GKN standard Zero Defect Manufacturing (ZDM) tool suite.
  • Implement the global process for product development, first article development, configuration changes, build process definition, and implementation.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Aerospace, Chemical, Mechanical, etc.)
  • 3+ years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering
  • 5+ years of experience working with chemicals and hazardous materials
  • Ability to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations and/or program requirements
Preferred Qualifications
  • GKN experience
  • Nadcap process
  • Experience working with titanium and titanium alloys
  • Aerospace industry experience
  • Experience in an MRO organization is strongly preferred
  • Working knowledge of quality system models such as ISO9000, AS9100, or D1-9000
  • Ability to provide technical input at all levels of work
  • Identifies and anticipates technical problems and offers solutions
Why Join GKN Aerospace?

GKN Aerospace is a leading global supplier of aircraft and engine components and is committed to innovation and excellence. We offer a dynamic and challenging work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development. Our team is passionate about delivering high-quality products and services that meet the needs of our customers.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process, please let us know.



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