Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Valves & Actuators

Salary Range: $90,000 - $150,000

About Us

At Young & Franklin Tactair we design and manufacture hydraulic and pneumatic controls, and precision, high quality valves and actuators for the aerospace and energy markets. Our 120,000 square foot facility houses R&D, Design Engineering, Assembly & Test, and an 80,000 square foot Machine Shop. We’re part of the TransDigm Group (NYSE: TDG), one of the world’s leading suppliers of highly engineered components for virtually all aerospace applications, helping us continually invest in new products and technology. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds who share in our enthusiasm for innovation, design, and manufacturing excellence.

Position Summary

Develop, document and maintain manufacturing processes for aerospace and industrial components in a high mix, low volume manufacturing environment with a focus on continuous improvement throughout the manufacturing process.

Manufacturing Engineers are responsible for cultivating and driving companywide productivity initiatives, maintaining a healthy funnel of continuous improvement ideas, and assisting with the development of an effective site strategy and plan. This position also supports the machine shop, assembly, and test areas by implementing effective processes, programs, instructions, etc. Additional duties and responsibilities may be required based on organizational needs.

Responsibilities  

Maximize Productivity

• Continuously drive the development and implementation of productivity projects supporting the strategic direction of the business
• Contribute to the productivity project funnel to achieve annual goals, report progress to team members and management
• Drive $500,000 of cost savings a year
• Maintain a funnel of $1,000,000 in cost savings ideas
• Lead and participate in cost cutting initiatives
• Lead the team to develop and track relevant operations metrics with the goal of continuous improvement

Support New Business Efforts

• Collaborate with Purchasing and Design Engineering to provide cost estimates and advise on manufacturability for new business opportunities
• Collaborate with Design Engineering to develop and review Methods of Manufacture for new business programs

Support Ongoing Production

• Develop, update, and document methods and processes for manufactured parts and assemblies through methods of manufacture, operation sketches, tool sheets, set-up information, and assembly instructions.
• Using lean strategies and methodologies, improve upon inefficient processes, eliminate single point failure areas, and implement process automation initiatives
• Collaborate with the Supply Chain and Operations teams to influence site strategy, planning, and execution
• CNC tooling and fixture design, assembly, and test fixture design
• Day to day support for production operations

Leadership

• Lead cross functional teams through the implementation of continuous improvement projects
• Mentor junior engineers in the implementation of continuous improvement projects

• This position requires either a US Person (as defined in applicable export regulations) or a non-US person who is eligible to obtain required export authorization
• Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering or Technical discipline and 5+ years’ experience.
• Proficient with CAD Software (Autodesk Inventor preferred)
• Experience in robust fixture and tooling design
• Metrology
• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
• Automation design and implementation preferred
• Mechanical Troubleshooting
• Lean Six Sigma project experience preferred
• Experience with SMED and other Lean tools in a manufacturing environment
• Drive for Continuous Improvement
• Technical Writing (Work Instructions, Policies and Procedures)
• Ability to promote and maintain manufacturing process standardization
• Good interpersonal communication skills and team player, ability to direct the work of others
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking primarily on a level surface for periodic periods throughout the day. Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or lifting as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques required. May include lifting up to 10 pounds for files, computer printouts on occasion.
• The performance of this position may occasionally require exposure to the manufacturing areas where under certain areas require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields and mandatory hearing protection. Primary environment: ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment.

Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, including disabled and veterans