Process Engineer

About RH Aero Systems:

RH Aero Systems is setting the standard for aviation support equipment and services. Through our industry-leading businesses – Rhinestahl and HYDRO Systems – we deliver capability across custom-designed Ground Support Equipment, OEM-licensed engine and airframe tooling, 26 global service centers and innovative engineered solutions for OEMs, MROs and Operators worldwide. RH Aero Systems’ global headquarters are in Mason, Ohio, USA. For further details visit RHAero.com.

Job Summary:

Responsible for leading the development of a manufacturing process for a part or assembly. The process engineer is responsible for identifying and implementing opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, and cost of their processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical leader responsible for providing process documentation and operating instructions for new and repeat manufacturing processes by reviewing customer drawings, specifications, and flow-downs.
• Create part and assembly instructions to route product through the most efficient machines and processes that support a high-quality, cost-effective, and error-free product.
• Provide technical leadership for the manufacturing process to resolve operational problems as it relates to producibility, conformance to the drawing or specifications, material use, and bottlenecks in the process.
• Act as the technical representative of the company to the customer, supporting meetings as needed.
• Support the manufacturing process by creating additional manufacturing drawings and process instructions to support the production of parts or assemblies.
• Apply continuous improvement methods such as lean manufacturing to enhance quality, reliability, or cost-effectiveness. Incorporate new methods and processes to improve existing operations.
• Support the successful start of manufacturing by creating requirements for hardware, material, fixtures, outside processing, and programming.
• Provide technical advice to suppliers, as required, to fulfill the specifications of customer requirements.
• Provide technical advice on tooling by collaborating with outside tooling suppliers.
• Determine root causes of failures using statistical methods and recommend changes in designs, tolerances, or processing methods.
• Engage cross-functionally with operations, programming, quality, and tooling to review product designs for manufacturability, prepare quotes, and present in a quoting meeting to the team.
• Engage cross-functionally with operations, programming, quality, and tooling to improve quality control.
• Perform other duties and specific projects as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, mechanical, aerospace, or industrial engineering; Masters degree preferred
• 10+ years related professional experience in quality or adjacent fields; Aerospace preferred, Automotive or other related industries strongly considered
• 5+ years experience leading teams of people
• 3+ years experience acting as the organizational focal point for government compliance
• Experience with AS9100 and ISO9001 Quality Systems preferred
• In-depth knowledge of problem solving tools such as 8D, A3, and Pareto Analysis
• Demonstrated experience in embracing and implementing Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement programs
• Program and Project Management Skills highly preferred.
• Computer literacy including Microsoft Excel and Power point and ERP systems.
• Ability to work to a deadline and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to influence others through the employment of sound judgment.
• Demonstrated experience in understanding customer needs and communicating to ensure organizational capability to meet.
• Demonstrated executive presentation skills.
• Self-motivation, strong attention to detail, and accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written.

Other Information:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our team’s health, financial security, and overall well-being. The company offers competitive medical, dental, and vision plans, HSA and FSA plans, Mental health resources, and employee assistance programs. We offer Paid Parental Leave, Company Paid Long Term Disability, competitive 401k employer match, floating holiday, tuition reimbursement program, amongst other benefits.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. The company participates in E-Verify as required by law.