Manufacturing Engineer

Composite part fabrication

Establish manufacturing sequences and improve production processes for thermoset and/or thermoplastic composite materials

Develop, evaluate, and improve composite manufacturing processes, methods, and equipment, including manufacturing tooling and fixtures

Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, including work instructions and BOMs

Apply engineering knowledge to fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials selection

Support production through troubleshooting, operator training, and process optimization

Operate and support composite manufacturing equipment (cutting tables, presses, autoclaves, ovens, test equipment)

5+ years-experience. Degree pref'd but not required

Experience developing process and equipment qualification plans

Ability to define requirements for tooling, fixtures, automation, and inspection aids

Exp. w/ Lean Mfg., Six Sigma, Kaizen, and root cause analysis

GD&T

CAD exp- SolidWorks and/or Catia  

Interpret drawings, CAD models, and engineering specifications