Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer - Aerospace, Defense & Space

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Precinmac is a leading supplier of mission-critical, precision-machined components used in the Aerospace, Defense and Space (AD&S) markets. We specialize in manufacturing uniquely designed high tolerance precision machined components and assemblies, with a focus on continuous improvement, on-time delivery, and the highest possible quality and consistency.

Location: Hoppe Technologies Inc. (Chicopee, MA)

Title of position: Manufacturing Engineer

Hoppe Technologies, located in Chicopee, Massachusetts, is currently recruiting to fill a Manufacturing Engineer position with a focus on Aerospace, Defense and Space components and their associated requirements. Responsibilities of the Manufacturing Engineer include, but are not limited to;

• Member of the engineering team and key contributor to New Product Introduction (NPI) with a focus on manufacturability, process capability, and determining future improvements.
• Ensure all processes, components and systems meet AD&S customer requirements and expectations.
• Review and interpret product design information (design input), available 2D drawings, GD&T, 3D electronic models and other product specifications in order to develop and propose the most suitable machining / production process.
• Consider and select all tooling and fixturing that will be required for the production. Assist with the design and participate in making of needed fixtures and set up components.
• Deliver annual cost savings using lean manufacturing tools to reduce variable costs, improve efficiency, create flow, and increase throughput.
• Determine and specify capital equipment upgrades and automation solutions to manual or semi-automated tasks and processes.
• Provide direct technical support to the shop floor to troubleshoot and resolve various manufacturing concerns.
• Provide engineering support to various supporting processes and systems such as Preventive Maintenance.
• Lead cross-functional teams through 8D Root Cause and Corrective Actions to resolve internal and external non-conformances.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Experience:

• Absolutely MUST have a minimum of three to five years of recent experience in a Manufacturing Engineer role in a Machine Shop / Machining Company that supports the Aerospace, Defense, or Space markets.
• Hands-on machining experience. The ideal candidate started their career as a CNC Machinist and then grew into an engineering role.
• Previous experience with Mazak and Matsuura milling and mill-turn machines is ideal. Previous experience in the manufacture of blades and vanes is highly desirable.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical Engineering or similar.
• Proficient knowledge and application of precision measuring instruments and the application of such instruments. Instruments should include but not limited to calipers, ID and OD micrometers, depth gages, and indicators.
• Able to read and interpret AD&S part blueprints, models and specifications with an understanding of GD&T.
• Lean manufacturing certification and experience applying lean tools to drive improvement with an ability to provide detailed project examples inclusive of quantitative results.
• Project management skill set.
• Previous formal training and certification in 8D problem solving and internal auditing.
• Proficiency in Solid works with an ability to design conceptual work cells and plant layouts is helpful but not required.

Precinmac is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person