Strom Aviation - Savannah, GA
posted 5 months ago
The Manufacturing Engineer II position at Strom Aviation involves working under minimal supervision to prepare, conduct, and evaluate analyses aimed at improving manufacturing processes and solving production issues. This role is critical in a Production or Post-Production environment, focusing on various aspects such as layout, production flow, tooling, production equipment, material fabrication, and assembly methods. The engineer will be responsible for performing technical studies of complex nature and analyzing both existing and proposed operations to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in manufacturing. In this role, the engineer will prepare detailed reports that include recommendations for necessary equipment and the correct methods of manufacturing. This includes outlining the sequence of operations and providing detailed methodologies for complex assemblies and installations. The engineer will also author work instructions that aim to optimize manufacturing processes, ensuring opportunities for zero defects in collaboration with the Operations Engineer. Additionally, the role requires the creation of rework instructions to support effective corrective actions and the authoring of Manufacturing Bills of Materials (MBOM) in relevant software systems to ensure all parts defined by Engineering are correctly installed during assembly. The Manufacturing Engineer II will assist in make-or-buy proposals, evaluate vendors, and participate in vendor negotiations while resolving any vendor-related issues. Conducting research and analysis for assigned projects is essential to ensure compliance with requirements. The engineer will also perform productibility studies from engineering drawings to identify enhancements in manufacturing capabilities and participate in Design for Manufacturing assessments with the Engineering team. Statistical methods will be applied to estimate future manufacturing requirements, and the engineer will be responsible for auditing co-workers' outputs based on defined requirements and procedures. Knowledge of Manufacturing Engineering policies and procedures is crucial, as is the incorporation of Lean Manufacturing Methodology into existing and future processes. The engineer will lead and coordinate project implementations across multiple organizations with minimal supervision and apply Lean and Six Sigma principles as either a team member or leader. Supporting Safety, Sustainability, and Ergonomic Initiatives is also a key responsibility, along with aiding in the development and maintenance of the Business Continuity Plan.