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Bell Flight · 1 month ago

CNC Process Engineer

Fort Worth, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Bell Flight is a pioneer in aviation, developing advanced technologies such as the Bell Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft and the Bell 525 Relentless. The CNC Process Engineer will support the Production Engineering Team by selecting cutting tools, approving designs, and ensuring smooth CNC operations while also mentoring peers and developing best practices.

Manufacturing

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Contributing to the successful completion of major projects that support strategic priorities or difficult technical objectives

Selecting cutting tools which will produce a part to Engineering and Manufacturing requirements

Approving special cutting tool designs and introducing new technical advancements in machine tool processes

Maintaining an overview of cutting tool performance and usage

Executing projects for the Core ME Support group to include ensuring the smooth preparation of CNC data, post processing / simulation, proper execution of all CNC machines and troubleshooting any problems that arise

Ensuring the proper integration of process management

Training and mentoring other peers and researching the latest in technological advancements

Developing standard reporting metrics, best practices and standards, and additional tasks as assigned by management

Qualification

CNC machiningNC ProgrammingCATIA v55 Axis machineryGD&T StandardsTroubleshootingDigital automationProject managementCommunication skillsMentoring

Required

Bachelor's degree is required with preference in Engineering, NC, Computer Science, or Manufacturing Technology

10+ years in aerospace or related manufacturing industry working with CNC machining or composite manufacturing

Experience with full NC Programming and Post processor life cycles

Experience in successful shop floor collaboration and relationship building

Knowledge of ASME Y14.5 GDT Standards

Experience with CATIA v5 CAD/CAM

Direct customer facing experience either supporting production, industrialization of product or frontline leadership

Able to effectively identify, report and resolve potential safety and quality hazards/risks

Works through a disciplined approach in initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing projects

Train and/or mentor new and existing teammates and colleagues on manufacturing technologies, proper NC programming, manage machine adjustments, use of GD&T for Manufacturing, or operate CNC equipment

Able to apply cutting tool design and analysis knowledge to evaluate discrepancies and anomalies

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Proficiency in MS Office tools of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Outlook

Develop and chronicle detailed records of CNC programming best practice and standards including tool application and NC approach, detailed data points, requirements, and approach

Experience in 5 Axis machinery and probing

Construct research and development CNC programs in CATIA on multifunction lathes, multifunction mills, high speed mills, grinders, etc

Support the development of digital automation throughout the manufacturing engineering lifecycle

Partner with MTC (Manufacturing Technology Center) to ensure alignment with business direction moving forward on CNC platform and infrastructure

Troubleshoot and resolve problems related to CNC processes and part quality throughout the full manufacturing process lifecycle (Preplan, CAD/CAM, Postprocessing, Machine Control, Metrology)

Comprehensive understanding of the processes and workflows that are associated with Part Planning and NC Programming including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing

Must have the ability to motivate and mentor others within the team and be able to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in written

Proven ability to act as focal point for resolution and escalation of all manufacturing engineering problem solving