Job Title:
Manufacturing Engineer
Reporting To:Manager, Mfg. Engrg.
Work Schedule:Onsite - Torrance, CA
Moog Military Aircraft Group is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to support our Manufacturing Engineering Group at our plant in Torrance, CA. Reporting to our Manufacturing Engineering Manager, and you will have a 9/80 schedule on-site work in Torrance, CA.
Moog Military Aircraft provides flight control equipment and systems to the world's leading military platforms. Headquartered in East Aurora, NY, Moog employs 14,000 employees in 20+ countries.
As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will perform routine manufacturing engineering work requiring the application of standard engineering techniques and procedures. The primary area of responsibility is developing and maturing manufacturing processes for production hardware.
Key responsibilities:New Product Introduction (NPI):- Performing drawing reviews to ensure the application of DFMA principles.
- Development of quality based and cost effective manufacturing processes.
- Tooling design for all operations requiring holding fixtures and / or specialized cutting
- Performing critical analysis during prove out of manufacturing processes, troubleshooting and revising as necessary to achieve the targeted quality yield and efficiency.
Legacy Programs and Production Environment:- Work with the operations team to support continuous improvement activities in the machine shop during the fabrication of complex parts and sub-assemblies.
- Reviewing existing manufacturing plans on legacy hardware to ensure compatibility of engineering drawings with fabrication capabilities.
- Making recommendations for improvements and drawing updates to enhance yield and production, as well as the implementation of Automation, Advanced Manufacturing and Industry 4.0 technologies.
- Research, specify and purchase capital equipment for additional capacity or manufacturing technology improvements.
- Coordinate with various departments and team members to assure the most effective design and use of manufacturing facilities and processes.
- Technical ownership of gear production equipment such as hobbers and shapers, to provide technical support, programming support, troubleshooting, fixture and cutting tool specifications, as needed.
To be considered for the role, here's what you'll need to bring with you:- Bachelor of Science in manufacturing, industrial, mechanical or a relative engineering discipline with experience in the manufacturing of aerospace manufactured components
- Additional seasoned experience in manufacturing engineering that would be equivalent to what is learned in a degreed program would be considered as an acceptable alternative to the Bachelor of Science Degree requirement
- Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in the field of manufacturing engineering, preferably with aerospace cylindrical steel components
- Results oriented team player with effective and strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong knowledge of the following machining processes:- Turning
- Milling
- OD/ID, Surface, and Jig Grinding
Familiarity with the following Gear machining processes:- Shaping
- Hobbing
- Broaching
- Gear Grinding
Strong knowledge of machining properties for various aerospace steels, such as carbon steels, stainless steels, carburizing steels, nitriding steels, aluminum, etc.
Moderate knowledge of the following processes:- Heat Treatment, including carburizing, nitriding, and core hardening
- Plating processes, such as cad plating, zinc-nickel plating, chrome plating
- NDT: Magnetic particle inspection, Nital Etch Inspection, Hardness Testing.
- Aerospace Painting processes
Strong knowledge of:- 3D Modeling best practices and principles
- GDT, Engineering Drawings Interpretation and creation
- Fixture and Tool Design
- Inspection methods, tools and best practices for relative hardware (Cylindrical, small to mid-size geared components)
- Employment of various quality processes, such as 5 Why's and Fishbone diagrams, to perform Root Cause analysis and provide robust Corrective Action for low yield processes and/or non-conforming hardware
It'd be great if you also had:- Experience with NX & Team Center
- Previous experience with creating manufacturing processes for aerospace cylindrical components with gears and / or splines
- Strong knowledge of gears / splines manufacturing processes
- Strong knowledge of gears / splines inspection methods and tools
- Experience with CMM (Zeiss) inspection methods and reports
- Previous experience in the aerospace manufacturing industry and familiarity with AS9100 requirements
- Organizational and time management skills
How We Care for You:
- Financial Rewards: great compensation package, bonus opportunities, matching 401k, and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance
- Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan ("EAP") and other supplemental benefit coverages.
- Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development, and other personal growth programs
- Culture: Warm, respectful, family-like environment driven by our 12 core values. Multiple Employee Resource Groups led by our employees, open and welcoming to all
- Torrance site offers 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off
Salary Range Transparency:Torrance, CA $90,000.00-$115,000.00 Annually
Salary Range DisclaimerThe base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits.
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