What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Manufacturing Engineer position at Excelon Solutions?
Senior manufacturing Engineer
Bingen WA
Contract
Job Description:
- Design and development: Design and implement new production processes and methods
- Equipment: Install new equipment, ensure it operates correctly, and troubleshoot problems
- Training: Train others to operate new machinery and follow good manufacturing practices (GMP)
- Quality: Ensure product quality and meet production standards
- Process improvement: Analyze and optimize manufacturing processes to reduce costs and improve efficiency
- Production: Oversee production operations, including startup of new production lines
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards
- Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and innovation
- Manufacturing Process Development:** Design, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for VTOL aircraft components, ensuring efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration:** Work closely with design, engineering, and quality assurance teams to ensure manufacturability of VTOL designs and compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Production Planning:** Develop and oversee production plans, schedules, and resource allocation to meet project timelines and production targets.
- Continuous Improvement:** Identify opportunities for process improvements and lead initiatives to enhance production efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Material Selection:** Research and recommend appropriate materials and manufacturing techniques for VTOL components to meet performance specifications and regulatory requirements.
- Tooling and Equipment:** Design and procure specialized tooling and manufacturing equipment necessary for production processes, ensuring alignment with production capabilities and safety standards.
- Quality Control:** Establish and maintain quality control processes to monitor production output and ensure adherence to engineering specifications and quality standards.
• Training and Mentorship:** Provide training and mentorship to junior engineers and production staff, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous learning.
• Regulatory Compliance:** Ensure compliance with aerospace manufacturing regulations, including FAA and EASA standards, and participate in audits as required.
