What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineer position at Ashton North LLC?
We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer – Tooling Specialist to join our team. This role will focus on designing, developing, and maintaining tooling solutions for large-scale metal missile canister manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in tooling engineering, metal fabrication processes, and production optimization.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain tooling solutions tailored to large-scale metal missile canister manufacturing.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, quality assurance, and design engineers, to optimize production processes.
- Develop and implement tooling standards, guidelines, and best practices for large-scale metal fabrication.
- Conduct tooling feasibility studies, risk assessments, and process evaluations to ensure high-quality output.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency, reduce cycle times, and improve tool longevity.
- Troubleshoot and resolve tooling-related issues to maintain smooth production flow.
- Ensure compliance with all industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
- 5 years of experience in tooling engineering, preferably in large-scale metal manufacturing for the aerospace or defense industry.
- Proven experience in tooling design and fabrication for metal structures, ideally in missile or canister manufacturing.
- Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and FEA analysis tools.
- Strong knowledge of metalworking processes, including welding, machining, forming, and assembly.
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset.
Preferred:
- Specialized experience in missile canister tooling and assembly.
- Knowledge of high-tolerance manufacturing practices and large-scale quality assurance protocols.
- Background working with the Department of Defense or other government clients.
Why Join Us?
- Work on cutting-edge aerospace and defense projects.
- Be part of an innovative and collaborative engineering team.
- Competitive salary, benefits, and professional development opportunities.
Salary : $105,000 - $120,000
