Sr. Engineer, IPT – Manufacturing Position Available In Indian River, Florida

Sr. Engineer, IPT – Manufacturing

Job Description:

Sr. Engineer, IPT – Manufacturing (Full Time)

Department:

All Openings, Engineering

POSITION SUMMARY

The individual in this position will support the needs of the product development Integrated Product Team (IPT) by providing a critical link between engineering and manufacturing to ensure lifecycle completion from design release to finished part for proof-of-concept development and conforming test articles.
This position will entail heavy involvement in the design phase to identify and solve problems and influence effective part definition from a Design for Manufacture (DFM) perspective. Beyond drawing release, the person in this position will be required to interface with all downstream functions as needed to support completion of production work orders, definition of fabrication processes, determination of material requirements, definition of detail part and / or assembly tooling, completion of NC programming, definition of fabrication timelines, and execution of fabrication culminating with ensuring the fabricated part is in compliance with the design requirements.
The person filling this key role will be located with the IPT to maximize team interface and dedicated focus but shall have hands-on experience with the Piper manufacturing processes and the various work-centers.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Work closely with IPT engineering functions during concept design stage to influence design for manufacturability with due consideration of Piper Aircraft material and fabrication capabilities.
Spearhead efforts to identify and resolve complex material and manufacturing challenges while maintaining the highest quality standards pertaining to machined parts and sheet metal parts.
Strategically optimize work sequencing and workflow through machines and work centers.
Determine make versus buy decisions changing production methods to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
Coordinate and manage outsourcing of critical components, maintaining strong relationships with external vendors.
Conceptualize and lead the development of advanced tooling and fabrication designs for aircraft components.
Provide budgeting information and project updates/status to management.
Utilize advanced computer-aided design (CAD) tools for layouts and line flow optimization.
Have hands-on experience with, and capability to operate, manufacturing fabrication equipment.
Conduct in-depth workflow, capacity, quantitative, and throughput analyses.
Conduct comprehensive cost analyses and maintain complex charts for strategic decision-making.
Prepare and maintain various charts.
Foster effective communication by interfacing with machine operators, management, and external vendors.
Participate and/or Facilitate Kaizen events and train others on how to facilitate them.
Execute and promote problem solving to all levels of the organization.
Understand product development program requirements and provide critical interface and support to fulfill the program requirements.
Support the IPT in the preparation of material for presentation at design and program reviews.
Perform other related duties as required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position will not have any direct supervisory responsibilities

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in the following section are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required:

Bachelors degree in mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Avionics, or Manufacturing Engineering.
Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive engineering experience, with a focus on aircraft manufacturing.
Proficiency in computer-aided drafting (CAD) modeling and design practices using Siemens NX and engineering configuration management using Teamcenter, together with the Microsoft Office suite of products.
Demonstrated expertise in using calipers, micrometers, and other precision measuring equipment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a track record of successfully overcoming complex challenges.
Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral.
Proven ability to lead and collaborate in a team-oriented environment.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

The employee must possess the ability to communicate effectively with all internal and external customers in both written and oral form

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The role may require moderate to heavy physical effort, consisting of occasionally lifting and/or moving materials of varying weights.
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Job Info
Location
Vero Beach, Florida, United States
Type
Permanent
Company Details
Piper Aircraft
2926 Piper Dr
Vero Beach, Florida 32960 USA
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When Mr. Piper introduced the Piper Cub in 1937, he had a dream. He felt that everyone should fly. And he believed that Piper could provide everyone with that freedom.
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Benefits:

All positions are full-time and offer attractive benefit packages including health, dental, life, and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan, educational reimbursement, and more.

Supported Manufacturers:

Piper

M600/SLS, M500, M350, PA-34

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