Job Description:
Thomas Instrument

A leading, privately held provider of engineering solutions and manufacturing of complex and critical aerospace flight control hardware.

Stable, diverse workload and customer base.

Strong domestic and international reputation for quality and integrity.

Multiple Engineering and Manufacturing locations.

Offering all phases of product development and lifecycle management.

AS9100D, NADCAP, and FAA certified.

Friendly atmosphere and work environment.

Outstanding safety record.

Full benefits available including immediately vested 4% match to 401k plan.

Job Description:
In one of the most critical roles in any manufacturing operation, this ME I position will work directly with, and learn from highly talented and experienced senior MEs. This position will give the candidate an excellent opportunity to experience manufacturing of flight critical components, assemblies and systems in the military and commercial aerospace market from the initiation of projects through completion. Working within a well-run department, you will have the opportunity to learn from, and help improve functions and processes.
In this position, the candidate will receive process instructions from Manufacturing Engineer II (ME II) and incorporate them into a formal Global Shop (GS) Router/WO. This position will also support Manufacturing in various projects by interacting with multiple departments throughout the company including but not limited to Purchasing, Engineering, Customer Service and Manufacturing.
Job Requirements and Duties:

Working directly with and consistently communicating with Manufacturing Engineer II to accomplish the following:

o Construct routers in Global Shop System per ME II’s process plan in conjunction with ME I input and knowledge.
o Incorporate Quality Compliance Matrix in each router/WO.
o Coordinate and create process drawings with MS Drafting as specified by ME II.
o Process Router Change Forms with direction from ME II.
o Attach approved routers to WO’s and release WO to shop.
o Create/review check sheets for routers.
o Responsible for acquiring gauges when needed.
o Ability to learn and understand outside processes based on required specifications.
o Support shop floor operators and supervisors when called on.

Work with the programmers when routers are created to assist with the development and fabrication of special tools, fixtures, and special requirements needed for the shop floor.

After review of daily backlog reports by ME II such as the “Manufacturing Work flow Tool” and “Work Stoppage Report”, work to complete all tasks required.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering Technology degree (or equivalent)

Positive attitude, willing to work well with others (no exceptions).

Willingness to take direction from a ME II on technical issues, offer technical suggestions when appropriate and accept & support final dispositions.

Competent, proficient and experienced using a PC, including experience with MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook. GS experience a big plus. ERP experience a plus.

Work Eligibility (ITAR): This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident or persons with protected status. Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
To apply for this position, apply online at www.thomasinstrument.com and include the job title and requisition number in the subject line.
Thomas Instrument is an equal opportunity employer and will provide equal employment opportunity to employees and applicants for employment and will not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, military veteran status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family structure, genetic information, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.