Job Title: Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Department: Engineering

Reports to: Engineering Manager

Overview:

With more than 70 years in the aerospace industry, AGC / Gar Kenyon Aerospace and Defense is a recognized leader in the design, fabrication, assembly, and testing of advanced, high-quality, hydro-mechanical, electromechanical, and mechanical components and assemblies for aerospace. AGC / Gar Kenyon are divisions of the LOAR Group co-located in Meriden, Connecticut. The companies offer a wide range of benefits including healthcare, dental care, vision care, life insurance, disability insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Job Description:

• Ensure manufacturability of new products during production transfer process. Assist with creation of flow charts, PFMEA’s and product control plans.
• Drive Lean principles and continuous improvement activities on production floor: improve processes, reduce waste, 5S.
• Develop detailed Work Instructions, compliant with product drawings and all specifications.
• Make MRB dispositions for discrepant materials and drive root cause analysis and resulting corrective actions.
• Create and update BOMS and routers.
• Provide engineering support to manufacturing processes for a variety of hydraulic and pneumatic aerospace components, such as Check Valves, Thermal Control Valves, Actuators, Pressure Gauges, and other similar products.
• Provide engineering support to manufacturing processes for a variety formed metal, machined and composite “build to print” products.
• Support all levels of manufacturing, including but not limited to machining, deburring, laser cutting & marking, dot peening, secondary machining operations, outside operations, inspection, assembly, and test.
• Develop test processes for hydraulic and pneumatic components
• Design and fabricate tooling and fixturing needed to support assembly and test of products.
• Serve as leader and mentor on the production floor fostering a culture of continuous improvement, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and safety.

Requirements:

• BS or MS in Engineering with a minimum of (5) years of experience working in a dynamic high paced environment.
• Must possess strong mechanical troubleshooting ability
• Demonstrated knowledge of Lean manufacturing techniques.
• Experience with Solidworks or equivalent CAD software
• Experience with ERP systems. Epicor preferred.
• Must possess strong data capture and analysis capabilities.
• Must demonstrate good oral and written communication skills
• Must be flexible and adaptable to changes in priorities.
• Must be fluent in speaking and reading English.
• A basic knowledge of mechanics and a high mechanical aptitude are required to successfully perform the requirements of this role.
• Previous experience in hydraulics, pneumatics, and/or metal working is a plus.
• Must be a US Citizen
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• What is your salary range for this role?

Work Location: In person