Phoenix Defense, LLC. · 5 months ago
ENGINEERING ESTIMATOR - Precision Machining
Gilbert, Arizona, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expPhoenix Defense, LLC. is a company focused on aerospace and defense manufacturing, seeking an Engineering Estimator to join their team. The role involves optimizing CNC machining processes, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards, and collaborating with various teams to enhance production efficiency.
AerospaceLogisticsManufacturing
Responsibilities
Design and refine CNC machining processes for aerospace components, ensuring efficiency and adherence to engineering specifications
Determine appropriate tooling, fixtures, and machine settings to optimize production
Collaborate with machinists and production teams to troubleshoot and improve processes
Develop and maintain process plans, work instructions, and technical drawings
Prepare and update job travelers, manufacturing aids, and detailed process documentation
Ensure documentation complies with aerospace standards (AS9100, NADCAP, etc.) and company QMS
Participate in MRB activities to assess and address non-conforming components or processes
Develop rework instructions to correct out-of-tolerance conditions and ensure conformance to customer requirements
Work with quality assurance teams to document and implement corrective actions for non-conformance issues
Identify and implement improvements to manufacturing processes, with a focus on cost reduction, quality enhancement, and cycle time reduction
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing and 5S projects
Work closely with quoting to ensure product designs are manufacturable and align with company capabilities
Coordinate with production, quality, and procurement teams to support project timelines and resolve production challenges
Provide guidance and training to production personnel on unique or specialized machining processes and techniques
Offer technical support to machinists and other manufacturing staff, ensuring proper application of work
Qualification
Required
The Engineering Estimator is responsible for the development, optimization, and implementation of CNC machining processes in an aerospace/defense environment
This includes creating and maintaining technical documentation, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards, and addressing non-conformance issues
Additionally, the role involves managing MRB processes, creating rework instructions, and supporting quality initiatives to ensure adherence to industry standards and customer specifications, contributing to overall efficiency and quality in production operations
Design and refine CNC machining processes for aerospace components, ensuring efficiency and adherence to engineering specifications
Determine appropriate tooling, fixtures, and machine settings to optimize production
Collaborate with machinists and production teams to troubleshoot and improve processes
Develop and maintain process plans, work instructions, and technical drawings
Prepare and update job travelers, manufacturing aids, and detailed process documentation
Ensure documentation complies with aerospace standards (AS9100, NADCAP, etc.) and company QMS
Participate in MRB activities to assess and address non-conforming components or processes
Develop rework instructions to correct out-of-tolerance conditions and ensure conformance to customer requirements
Work with quality assurance teams to document and implement corrective actions for non-conformance issues
Identify and implement improvements to manufacturing processes, with a focus on cost reduction, quality enhancement, and cycle time reduction
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing and 5S projects
Work closely with quoting to ensure product designs are manufacturable and align with company capabilities
Coordinate with production, quality, and procurement teams to support project timelines and resolve production challenges
Provide guidance and training to production personnel on unique or specialized machining processes and techniques
Offer technical support to machinists and other manufacturing staff, ensuring proper application of work
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline
Relevant certifications in CNC manufacturing, process development, or quality control
3 – 5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with a focus on CNC machining in an aerospace or precision manufacturing environment
Experience with Material Review Board (MRB) processes and developing rework instructions for non-conformance conditions
Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (Solidworks, Mastercam, CATIA)
Knowledge of aerospace materials and their machining characteristics (titanium, Inconel, aluminum alloys, etc)
Familiarity with aerospace industry standards such as AS9100, NADCAP, and ISO 9001
Company
Phoenix Defense, LLC.
Phoenix Defense, LLC and its affiliated companies are agile providers of engineering, manufacturing, information technology, and logistics & supply chain services to the defense, space, aerospace, and industrial markets.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Linda Talbot
Executive Assistant to CEO & CFO
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