The Engineering Manager provides the required oversight, input and direction to assure that manufacturing process directions, tooling concepts and designs meet or exceed all internal program goals (ease of manufacture, cost effective manufacturing and profitability) as well as all customer requirements (quality and delivery). The successful candidate will relentlessly apply the principles of the Pursuit Production System (PPS) to continuously improve first time yield, scrap, cost, quality and delivery performance.
Requirements
- 8 years of experience in aerospace or automotive manufacturing with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
- Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 6 sigma, complex technical product knowledge.
- Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.
- Proficient computer skills.
Responsibilities
- Direct and monitor the technical activities of assigned Engineers.
- Review and approve manufacturing processes as required.
- Ensure assigned engineering processes meet all compliance requirements including customer and Nadcap certifications.
- Collaborate with Business Unit Mangers to ensure that all manufacturing processes and tooling will produce a technical product which meets all customer requirements (quality and delivery) as well as internal goals (ease of manufacture and profitability).
- Conduct continuous process improvements through application of the Pursuit Production System to improve manufacturing efficiency, reduce cost, improve profitability and reduce product lead/cycle time.
- Resolves highly complex technical issues and conducts research as required.
- Investigate and recommend machine tool and equipment needs to accomplish or improve the required manufacturing process capabilities or capacity.
Other
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time bases without sponsorship now or in the future.
- Exceptional motivation, leadership, and team building skills required.
- Possess the ability to work well with people at all levels of the organization in a team environment.
- High sense of urgency and ability to meet schedule requirements.
- Must be able to thrive in a small manufacturing environment, frequently serving many roles, effectively handle multiple priorities and meet schedule deadlines.
