Spirit AeroSystems · 2 days ago
Tool Engineer
Wichita, KS
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$76K/yr - $116K/yr
3+ years expSpirit AeroSystems, Inc. is a subsidiary of The Boeing Company, focusing on providing innovative engineering and rapid prototyping solutions in the commercial and space marketplace. The Tool Engineer will apply engineering principles to design and support airplane manufacturing tools, improve manufacturing processes, and ensure compliance with company standards.
AerospaceMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Applies engineering principles and technical knowledge to the design and support of airplane manufacturing tools (e.g., access equipment and structures, handling and transportation, test equipment, gauges, assembly jigs, drill equipment, etc.)
Develops designs that include concept; analysis of structural, and mechanical systems; and definition of the tool, ensuring compliance with company and governmental processes, policies, and procedures
Identifies, designs, and implements advanced technologies to improve manufacturing processes
Resolves concerns arising during the fabrication process and maintenance disposition, requiring such engineering principles as stress analysis, mechanics of materials
Conducts trade and cost studies. Integrates define and produce activities across the tool family to ensure that parts meet definition and manufacturing plan requirements
Provides technical knowledge and leadership to projects requiring key tool engineering competencies (e.g., jig and fixturing methods and concepts, hole preparation, automated drilling and fastener systems, test systems, part handling and transportation, etc.) to increase the efficiency of manufacturing processes
Focuses on achieving excellent customer service by leading process improvement activities, process and product optimization strategies, and technology development and software applications. Interfaces technical and administrative knowledge across programs, functions and organization boundaries and levels within the scope of assignment
Creates and articulates accurate detailed instructions and media for the fabrication of detail, assembly, and digital database tooling
Produces tool layouts and assists in the fabrication and verification of tool deliverables
Lays out or creates computer-generated models in conjunction with numerical control data preparation for the fabrication of tooling deliverables (e.g., master tooling, computer-generated tooling, flat pattern layouts, computer master database models, etc.)
Acts as liaison, provides producibility and manufacturing input, and electronic measurement services for internal and external customers
Monitors quality through statistical process control and other verification methods
Interfaces with production manufacturing, product definition, manufacturing engineering, and external customers
Qualification
Required
Requires educational credentials meeting the Spirit classification standards for engineers and typically 3 to 6 years' experience in a related classification / position
Preferred
Bachelor's of Science in Aerospace, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering or other related course of study from an ABET accredited University OR a Master's degree with 2 to 4 years' experience in a related classification / position
Microsoft applications
3D Printing, NC programming, composite/assembly jig building process
Experience with CAD (CATIA V5/V6, NX, 3DX , Siemen…ect.)
Experience with structural analysis. Methods include the use of both classical hand calculations and computer techniques, infinite element and software uses such as NASTRAN/PATRAN, FDA/FEMAP. Understanding the structure loading and environment including applied loads, loads for initial Sizing and Development, interface Loads in Static, Fatigue, Deflection and Surface analysis
Benefits
$5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years.
Company
Spirit AeroSystems
Spirit AeroSystems is a manufacturer of aerostructures for commercial airplanes, defense platforms, and business or regional jets.
10001+ employees
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$2.3BKey Investors
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2024-07-01Acquired
2023-11-08Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
2023-11-07Post Ipo Equity· $200M
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