Manufacturing Process Development Engineer

Process Development Engineer

Develop cost effective, efficient, and high-quality process build instructions for mechanical & electrical assemblies. Interface with pre-production and production cross-functional teams to ensure developed processes, tools and equipment produce a production-ready product.

Compensation & Benefits: Estimated Starting Salary Range for Process Development Engineer: $85k - $99k

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Process Development Engineer Responsibilities Include:

• Develop Manufacturing Process Instructions (MPI).
• Create manufacturing routers and Bills of Materials (BOMs) in an ERP & MES system.
• Ensures technical drawings, specifications, work instructions and test processes meet customer & company requirements.
• Interacts with customers to obtain and provide technical information.
• Create reports and status project updates.
• Create labor standard hours/Time-Standards.
• Interpret engineering and technical information.
• Creates and maintains new design data.
• Supports implementation/evolution of Digital Product Design (DPD) and Model Based Definition (MBD).
• Supports Engineering & Manufacturing technology roadmap.
• Research and reviews specifications for Request for Quote (RFQs).
• Performs tooling reviews and capability analysis.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Process Development Engineer Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, or similar)
• Preferred: 5 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred: Knowledge of aerospace specifications and common industry practices both in commercial and military aerospace sectors.
• Advanced knowledge, skills and understanding of the principles and practice of engineering.
• Able to identify and resolve pre-production issues.
• Experience with 3D CAD software to interpret model-based definitions and digital product designs. Solidworks or CATIA experience preferred.
• General mechanical assembly analysis, testing and qualification experience.
• Mechanical assembly component selection and qualification experience.
• Capability to solve complex design problems with minimal supervision.
• Strong ability to work with teams with a proven ability to effectively interact and collaborate.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Nice to have: Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Strong sense of personal accountability and drive to succeed.
• Lean Manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation Aerospace & Defense (CNAD) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNAD, visit cherokee-federal.com.

Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

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• Research and Development Engineer

• Process optimization
• Manufacturing processes
• Continuous improvement
• Technology transfer
• Experimental design

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Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.