Collins Aerospace · 8 hours ago
Sr. Manufacturing Engineer (Onsite)
Collins Aerospace in Wilson, NC is seeking an experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join our team for producing complex fire detection systems. The role involves leading the automation of processes and updating production technology while collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve complex issues and lead projects.
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Responsibilities
Design, develop, and implement for manufacturing the required equipment, fixtures, tooling, gaging, processes, or specifications for production. Such design and development may include new or revised processes
Identify and execute process and product improvements, as well as review of manufacturability of existing and future product in alignment with key process indicators (KPI’s) such as yield, cost and scrap
Lead and implement continuous improvement initiatives of manufacturing equipment and processes in work cells utilizing lean principles such as: 5S Workplace Organization, Error Proofing, Total Productive Maintenance, Kanban/Pull Systems, Set-Up Reduction (SMED), Standard Work, Value Stream Mapping, and Visual Factory
Develops/Conducts tests and measurements throughout stages of production to determine control over applicable variables and services. Troubleshoots and solves problems with processes or equipment already in operation
Follow compliance and lead change management for manufacturing processes that may include assembly, fabrication, marking, brazing and welding
Lead actions involving new capital equipment projects, such as writing capital funding requests, Statement of Work & Validation requirements; interface with vendors, contractors from installation; Validation Testing Execution; through release to production
Reviews and validates recommendations regarding manufacturability of existing and future products and advises modifications or adaptations to address quality, customer, product, or productivity constraints
Manage software programs for production equipment such as etch or marking machines
Works with EH&S to identify and resolve ergonomic and other safety concerns specific to equipment and tools
Serve as a key member for Material Review Board (MRB) to oversee relevant product/material non-conformance disposition for repair, rework, or scrap to include writing procedures for repair or rework
Lead PFMEA team reviews and updates for products
Provide leadership to lower-level engineers, technicians, and operation team members
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
Solid Works or other CAD proficiency
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred
History of Project Leadership or Team Lead Experience
Demonstrated use of lean principles
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, AutoCAD or SolidWorks systems, Lab View
GD&T Drawing techniques
Working knowledge of electro mechanical assemblies
Experience of Military / Aerospace procedures, specifications, regulations, AS9100
Process automation & integration
Detection systems and Sensors
Familiarity with SAP, Solumina
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
And more!
Company
Collins Aerospace
Collins Aerospace is an RTX business.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-07-21Acquired
Leadership Team
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