Manufacturing Engineer 2

Job description

As a member of Safran Seats, you contribute to providing over one million seats to airlines worldwide, ensuring superior quality, comfort, and innovation. Your role involves collaborating with a team to develop high-value solutions for passengers and crews. Safran is one of the few OEMs offering a comprehensive range of passenger seats, from economy to first class, allowing you to take pride in creating impressive seating options for various needs. 1.

Occupational Summary (Position Objective & Authorities) Industrialization Leader

The Industrialization Leader is responsible for the technical review and preparation of new products, ensuring they reach the production phase on time and of good quality. They support manufacturing and processes to lead the successful industrialization of new products, ensuring cost-effectiveness and quality adherence. They collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring products from conception through to first article validation and to the production phase.

They work under close supervision and with the support of their team.

Authorities

This position has the authority to approve/reject engineering drawings, contribute to program reviews and take actions to reduce the risk of their projects. They are able to manage projects with the support of others.

Manufacturing Engineer

Work closely with Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering to design and implement process and equipment layouts and improvements. Support Operations through technical support, product design, quality standards and process improvement. Must have strong technical skills in engineering (design and industrialization), knowledge about quality management like root cause analysis or statistical process control. Must have strong inter-personal skills and be highly energetic.

This position works under close supervision. Safran Seats USA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

A) Industrialization Leader 1 i)

• Manage the technical development of a product from conception to production ii)
• Utilize core tools such as PFMEA, DFMA, control plans, etc. iii)
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, tooling and other departments to resolve issues and improve processes iv)
• Review and approve or reject engineering drawings in accordance with internal DFM guidelines and requirements v)
• Create and maintain detailed work instructions vi)
• Ensure design and process are sufficient to produce the quality of product required by internal and external standards vii)
• Support production areas, fabrication and final assembly, when new product is being launched to quickly address and correct and issues that may arise viii)
• Recommend changes to designs, tolerances, or processing methods to resolve production issues ix)
• Design and develop the process as necessary to produce the product at the volume and quality required x)
• Attend design reviews and provide relevant feedback for manufacturability xi)
• Support engineering as necessary through development phase 3.

Qualification Requirements A. Education & Qualification-

• B.S degree in a related technical field (e.g.: Industrial Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer/Technology, Aeronautics Engineer, or Electrical Engineer) or an Associate degree with 6 years related experience or 12 years of job related experience B. Work Experience - Technical knowledge-
• One to three years of manufacturing experience preferred but not required
• Catia or design modeling a plus C.

Professional Skills-

• Must have basic knowledge of production methods, process capabilities, tooling processes, and manufacturing processes
• Must be capable of preparing well-written reports and orderly reports
• Must have basic knowledge of manufacturing and related operations with detailed knowledge of such fields as product design, engineering function, tool design, tool fabrication, ergonomics and EHS, space layout, handling equipment, production machinery and equipment, N/C machinery and equipment, factory methods work, etc…
• Knowledge and experience in Lean Manufacturing principles preferred
• Strong knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and Operating Systems
• Must have the ability to generate written communication and to operate required office equipment.
• Ability to read and review written communication.
• Speech and hearing abilities that allow individual to communicate clearly and distinctly in English. D.

Behavioral Skills-

• Able to work collaboratively with cross functional teams and engage in healthy debate.
• Able to maintain an organized workspace and calendar to keep up with all active assignments.
• Able to approach problems both analytically and creatively to find solutions. *This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship*