Description

GENTEX AT A GLANCE:

At Gentex Corporation, we’ve created an environment where great ideas and great people can thrive. Leveraging a history that spans over 125 years, Gentex is a global leader in personal protection and situational awareness solutions for defense forces, emergency responders, and industrial personnel operating in high performance environments. Join our multinational team of exceptional and dedicated employees around the world and work on challenging and rewarding projects, grow your skills, and advance your career all while making a positive difference in the lives of our customers. Together, you and Gentex can build a career that’s uniquely yours.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
The individual shall possess a BS Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.

ABOUT THE JOB!

 The Sustainment Engineer shall work closely with Engineering leadership, Program Management and Production Personnel to troubleshoot, identify root cause and resolve product issues. The individual is responsible for conducting research and designing tests to qualify new materials, parts and/or processes. The Sustainment Engineer collaborates with internal and external resources while providing engineering sustainment support to both manufacturing and Gentex digital fitment services. 

 
Gentex offers a robust benefit package- including, but not limited to, medical coverages, 401k, paid time off and excellent work schedules including a 9/80 work week.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

• Strong computer skills with an emphasis on technical 3D Computer Aided Design (SolidWorks) and Computer Aided Engineering (FEA and SolidWorks simulation) and business (word processing, spreadsheet, presentations, database, project management and electronic mail) applications.
• Ability to create, read and understand engineering drawings with expertise in the area of basic engineering drafting practices, principles, standards, and conventions (ASME Y14.5, ASME Y14-100, ASME Y14.24, ASME Y14.35, ASME Y14.34, DOD-100, and Global design/drafting standards).
• Create 3D CAD models of fidelity appropriate for the task; higher fidelity models for items that are far along in the design process and lower fidelity models if appropriate for less mature designs.
• Be mechanically inclined, have technical and practical knowledge in the design of mechanical, electromechanical, and pneumatic systems.
• Detail oriented, curious, motivated, results-driven and possess strong communication and team skills.
• Work under supervision, manage multiple tasks and prioritize daily activities, prepare and present technical options within the scope of the instructions, and produce accurate timely work.
• Understand material selection for component design and assembly principles with a focus on DFM. 

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Design and Development
• Review and develop solid models using SolidWorks.
• Define and develop detailed engineering drawings.
• Perform tolerance analysis to verify dimensional specifications.
• Configuration Management
• Review and Approve ECRs and ECOs for completeness and accuracy while assuring all related documents are revised as required and part dispositions correctly identified.
• Engineering Technical Support
• Processes pilot fit facility (PFF) scan data for the milling of custom helmet liners.
• Remote collaboration with PFF technicians to resolve data and digital fitting issues.
• Test and Verification
• Create Engineering test plans and reports for product verification and validation.
• Fabricate, evaluate, and test prototype designs.
• Write clear and concise engineering reports to document component and product testing.
• Continuous Improvement
• Provide support to Process Engineering and Quality to resolve in-house production problems and supplier issues relating to product performance and quality attainment.
• Support Quality Engineering in the development of inspection methods and instructions.
• Evaluate and recommend improvements to current design and manufacturing practices.
• Support the Process Engineers in the development of manufacturing processes and documentation.
• Contribute to corrective and preventive action activities.
• Other
• Perform all assigned tasks in accordance with established company ISO 9001/AS 9100 procedures and work instructions.
• Complete other duties as directed by Management.

TO APPLY:

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LOCATION:

Gentex’s Rancho Cucamonga facility is in Rancho Cucamonga, CA is a city of about 177,000 residents located just south of the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains and Angeles National Forest in San Bernardino County, California, United States. About 37 miles east of Downtown Los Angeles, Rancho Cucamonga is the 19th most populous city in southern California and the 27th state-wide. The city's seal, which centers on a cluster of grapes, alludes to the city's agricultural history including winemaking. Also, the Ontario Reign Hockey and Quakers Baseball teams are located 20 minutes from the Rancho Cucamonga location. 

At Gentex, we don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products and our community. Gentex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or on the basis of disability. Gentex is an E-Verify Participant. Pre-employment drug/alcohol/background screening is required. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Gentex, please call our Human Resources department at (909)257-3598