Job Description

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer II
Location: Ogden, UT 84404
Pay: $80,000 - $120,000/yr (DoE - plus annual bonus opportunity)
Zip Code: 84404
Start Date: ASAP
Job Type: Direct, Full-Time

Job Description: Manufacturing Engineer:
Our client, a leading aerospace manufacturer, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer II to join its engineering team in Ogden, Utah. This role is responsible for developing, improving, and supporting manufacturing processes to ensure high-quality, cost-effective production while meeting customer, company, and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate is a hands-on manufacturing engineer who enjoys solving technical challenges, improving processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support the production of highly engineered aerospace components.

Key Responsibilities:
- Provide manufacturing engineering support for customer parts and assemblies from development through production.
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve manufacturing processes to maximize quality, efficiency, and cost effectiveness.
- Plan, organize, and coordinate engineering, tooling, and manufacturing activities to meet production schedules and budget requirements.
- Establish and implement process controls to ensure repeatable and compliant manufacturing operations.
- Support and oversee manufacturing processes including: Welding, Heat Treat, Brazing, Vacuum Furnace Operations, Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), Laser Processing, Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM), Sheet Metal Forming
- Ensure manufacturing processes, tooling, and procedures comply with customer requirements and applicable regulatory standards.
- Investigate manufacturing issues, analyze root causes, and implement corrective actions for process or product non-conformances.
- Develop and maintain statistical tools and process monitoring systems including trend analysis and Statistical Process Control (SPC).
- Support customer Requests for Quote (RFQs) by providing technical input, manufacturing estimates, and process recommendations.
- Collaborate closely with Sales, Manufacturing, Quality, and Production teams to resolve technical challenges and support customer needs.
- Develop new manufacturing methods and revise existing processes to improve throughput, quality, and production efficiency.
- Support implementation of new engineering standards, policies, and procedures.
- Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:
- Aerospace manufacturing experience is strongly preferred.
- Minimum of five (5) years of Manufacturing Engineering experience required (in a manufacturing environment).
- Hands on experience with one or more of the following manufacturing processes: Machining, Sheet Metal Forming, Welding, Brazing, Heat Treat, Vacuum Furnace Operations, NDT, Laser Processing, EDM
- Experience developing manufacturing processes, routers, work instructions, and process documentation.
- Experience with titanium, nickel alloys, superalloys, or other aerospace materials is a plus.
- Lean Manufacturing experience required.
- Experience with continuous improvement methodologies and process optimization.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret: Customer drawings, Engineering specifications, Industry standards, Manufacturing procedures
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- CAD experience preferred.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet established deadlines.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization and with external customers.
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical discipline preferred.

Requirements & Compliance:
- Due to the nature of the work performed, candidates must qualify as a U.S. Person as defined by U.S. regulations. This includes: U.S. Citizens or U.S. Lawful Permanent Residents (Green Card Holders)
- Employment offers are contingent upon the candidate's ability to provide documentation verifying U.S. Person status.
- All candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
- This is a Safety Sensitive Position. Applicants must comply with all applicable FAA and DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements.

If you are looking for an opportunity to join a growing aerospace manufacturing organization where innovation, quality, and continuous improvement are valued, we encourage you to apply.

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