Manufacturing Engineer: 1st shift

Position: Manufacturing Engineer: 1st shift; Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm
Skills Inc., one of Washington State's largest aerospace suppliers offers world-class, competitively-priced products and services which exceed customer's requirements for rigorous standards and excellence. We are a fully integrated, self-funded non-profit with a social mission to train, employ and serve persons with disabilities and our community.

JOB SUMMARY

As part of our recent growth, we are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will develop and improve manufacturing processes by studying and implementing production, manufacturing and finish methods.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Evaluate manufacturing processes by applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling and materials.

* Develop manufacturing processes by studying product requirements.

* Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning work flow, space requirements, and equipment layout.

* Provide manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor and material costs; reviewing production schedules and estimating future requirements.

* Use process steps to define and call out reasonable set up and run times.

* Write operator work instructions and inspection documents to ensure compliance with product, process and system requirements.

* Accurately interpret aerospace manufacturing drawings, specifications and engineering requirements. Provide technical support and training to coworkers, customers, and suppliers.

* Write mistake-proof work instructions and manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with product, process and system requirements; reduce variation and improve repeatability.

* Refine and enhance products and processes by applying continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles and techniques.

* Provide technical support and training to coworkers, customers, and suppliers.

* Ensure compliance with all federal, state, company and customer requirements.

* Act as primary point of contact for supplier inquires, product and process conformance decisions, and process improvement activities.

* Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.

* Identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

* Thorough knowledge of aerospace manufacturing drawings, specifications and engineering requirements.

* Ability to write clear, accurate, comprehensive and concise documents, formatted to increase information accessibility and grammatically correct.

* Ability to lead cross-functional teams and experienced in developing win-win relationships with coworkers, customers, suppliers, and auditors.

* Experience with the fabrication, assembly, application of protective finishes, and inspection of structural aerospace products. Catia v5 experience a plus.

* Thorough knowledge of AS9100 quality system requirements. Familiarity of Nadcap requirements a plus.

* Solution orientated, able to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions to solve a wide range of difficult problems in practice and cost effective ways.

* Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.

* Accepting of criticism and ability to deal calmly and effectively with stressful situations.

* Willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.

* Ability to identify, organize, estimate and recognize differences or similarities.

* Ability to deal with a wide variety of personalities and communication styles.

* Ability to provide direction and guidance.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

* Ability to read, write, communicate and/or follow written and verbal instructions in English.

* Ability to communicate in English through voice, or American Sign Language or adaptive technology.

CONFIDENTIALITY

The responsibilities of this position may require an individual to access and hold in confidence certain information. This means that information and/or documentation acquired about employees, suppliers, customers, business practices, and all other related information remains confidential.

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

* High school diploma or equivalent.

* Five (5) years Aerospace experience.

* Three to five (3-5) years Aerospace Manufacturing Engineer Planning experience.

ITAR - US PERSON STATUS

Due to Skills Inc.'s participation in the defense industry, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requires that access to sensitive information and material pertaining to defense and military related technologies may only be accessed, viewed or shared by US Persons as defined by law.

A "US Person" can be a US citizen; a lawful permanent legal resident or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or asylee.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential…