Manufacturing Engineer II - St. Louis, MO
Date: Dec 28, 2021
Location: St Louis, MO, US
Company: GKN Aerospace Careers
About Us
GKN Aerospace is the world's leading multi-technology tier 1 aerospace supplier. With 51 manufacturing locations in 14 countries, we serve over 90% of the world”s aircraft and engine manufacturers. We design and manufacture innovative smart aerospace systems and components. Every time you travel by air almost anywhere in the world, it is likely that GKN is helping you on your way.
We are looking for people who want to make a difference, talented members with the skills and passions to become the best of the future in what they do.
Job Summary
The Manufacturing Engineer will support operational and development Programs to enable and deliver zero defect projects utilizing superior engineering and problem solving skills. They will deliver robust, capable manufacturing process technology as it applies to both materials, tooling, part fabrication and assembly.
Job Responsibilities
- Develop technical solutions to complex problems
- Responsible for technical support of manufacturing development and integration for production. Resolve issues pertaining to vendor schedule and/or quality.
- Utilize root cause analysis, preventative and corrective action to reduce/eliminate non-conformances.
- Responsible for the implementation of tooling and or production planning, from original concept to production. Design these processes with a high degree of process capability utilizing the GKN standard Manufacturing Engineering tool suite to demonstrate as such.
- Accountable for product development, new product quotes, tool fabrication quotes, first article development, configuration changes that involve cost estimation, schedule coordination, build process definition, and implementation
- Deliver measurable, metrics driven results in line with Value Stream and Program goals.
- Maintain positive, team relationships with internal and external customers, and co-workers
- Continuously improve production processes by implementing Lean initiatives
- Pursue personal development of skills and knowledge necessary for effective performance.
- Perform other duties, tasks and responsibilities as assigned.
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical discipline; Will consider 8 year of professional experience in manufacturing, in lieu of degree.
- 2 years of experience in manufacturing engineering
- U.S. Person per ITAR regulations to comply with export compliance and site SSA requirements
Preferred Qualifications
- Aerostructures (metallics and/or composites) experience
- Excellent written, verbal and collaboration skills
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Software: Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook.
- Active Department of Defense Security Clearance
- GKN Experience
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Diversity Inclusion and Belonging (DIB)
As a global engineering company, innovation is what differentiates us from our competitors and is central to our success.
A balance of cultures, ethnicities and genders help bring new ideas and creativity to GKN. We need people of different backgrounds, with different skills and perspectives to spark originality, imagination and creativeness in our teams around the world.
GKN is an equal opportunity employer.
We treat all our employees and applicants fairly and are committed to ensuring that there is no discrimination or harassment against any employee or qualified applicant on the grounds of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
