Engineering Planner (Aerospace Mfg)

The Figeac Aero Group has eight locations across the world and employs over 3,000 people.  Figeac Aero North America is a leading aerospace partner for detailed parts and sub-assemblies with specialization in saturation shot peening, shot peen forming, chemical processing, painting, assembly, non-destructive testing, and machining.

 At Figeac Aero North America, we place a high value on our employees. Employees are given the opportunity to be a part of something special while achieving their career goals. We offer competitive compensation in addition to an attractive benefits package for qualified employees.

 Job Title:  Engineering Planner

Employee Type: Full Time, Hourly 

Reports to: Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Job Location: Wichita, KS, USA

Experience: 3 years in methods engineering or relative aerospace experience, preferred

 Job Duties:

• Assist processing business unit in creation of shop floor work instructions
• Assist with process planning changes and new planning as required
• Updating existing planning as needed and required
• Understanding process flow
• Assist with writing technical instructions and interpreting customer specifications 
• Understanding 2D & 3D drawings and specifications 
• Creation of masking templates as required
• Communicating with production teams to address any changes or updates to work orders as required
• Printing, filing, and help as needed within the Engineering department

 Requirements:

• 3 years of methods engineering experience or relevant years of experience
• Technical Certificate, preferred
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD and CATIA V5, preferred
• Ability to read and interpret Engineering drawings and specifications
• Proficient MS Office skills; strong MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills
• Aerospace manufacturing experience, preferred
• Familiarity of aerospace paint, chemical processing & NDT methods, preferred
• Working knowledge of Visual ERP, preferred
• Detail oriented, very organized with the ability to multi-task
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English language. 
• Must be a U.S Person/Permanent Resident Green card holder.

 Working Conditions:

• Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Some overtime may be necessary
• Regular attendance is mandatory and must follow all work safety programs
• The essential duties job may require the ability to stoop; to reach; to stand, to walk and sit for extended periods of time; to push and/or pull objects weighing up to 25 pounds; to lift and carry objects weighing up to 15 pounds; to use finger dexterity to operate a computer and other office equipment and hand strength to grasp files and other objects; to perceive the attributes of objects by touch; to hear and verbally exchange ideas and information with the public, staff and others on the phone and in the office.  Frequently being on foot, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, climb stairs and kneeling and/or crouch to retrieve files and other items. Writing to complete reports and service requests. 

Physical Requirements 

• Job requires lifting of product/supplies ranging from minimal to 25 pounds on occasional basis
• Strict compliance with OSHA & Industrial safety practices
• Periodic exposure to warm and cold work environments
• Individual will be required to be mobile, with bending, reaching, kneeling, stooping, climbing stairs and crouching

 Competitive Benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with competitive rates
• Ancillary benefits such as YMCA memberships
• Two weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Employer provided Life Insurance and disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 3 free counseling sessions
• Teledoc, virtual doctor visits
• And more!

Figeac Aero North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer.   Figeac Aero North America provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.