Manufacturing Engineer

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will contribute to process development, quality improvement, and productivity enhancement in a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure products meet customer specifications and standards while developing foundational expertise in manufacturing engineering.

Location: Whitesboro, NY

Responsibilities

Under general direction, performs the management of projects related to aerospace component engineering and manufacturing for new and existing parts and assemblies. Establishes manufacturing methods and process sequence necessary to complete parts. Creates inspection method sheets. Initiates tool design concepts and maintains close feedback with other manufacturing engineers, shop floor personnel, management and related customers and vendors. Troubleshoots manufacturing problems and implements method and tool improvements. Writes rework and repair methods for non-conformances. Participates in discussions with customers and suppliers as required. May provide direction to junior engineers. Performs additional duties as requested.

• Reads and interprets blueprints, symbols and geometric tolerances based on military and commercial specifications.
• Able to process machined assemblies and conceptualize developmental and production tooling.
• Proficient in any or all of the following software applications: Solid Edge, NX
• Able to create operation sheets and models.
• Able to manage engineering projects by using MS Project and other MS Office products.
• Familiarity with specifications and requirements for aerospace component manufacturing that includes having knowledge of aerospace welding, coatings, heat treatment, machining and sheet metal fabrications.
• Strong math background including trigonometry and geometry
• Able to research, understand and implement new technologies for possible cost savings and process improvements.
• Good verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work well with others in a team-based environment.
• Able to perform hands-on shop and design work.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in Manufacturing or equivalent engineering plus five years experience or six to 10 years experience in an aerospace engineering environment.
• Must be able to understand and interpret complex blueprints, customer specifications, and engineering sketches.
• Must have excellent applied math skills (geometry and trigonometry).
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to keep accurate records
• Ability to work independently with little supervision

Additional Comments:

• Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing techniques knowledge preferred.
• Good communication skills required
• Must have demonstrated mechanical ability.
• Must be able to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Must be extremely detail oriented
• Ability to follow documented procedures, work instructions and customer required records.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to have prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 15 pounds.
• Personal protective equipment (e.g., safety glasses and safety shoes) is required on the shop floor
• Occasional weekend and evening work may be required to accommodate priorities, deadlines, and schedules.

Acknowledgements:

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

Benefits:

Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.