Manufacturing Engineer IV (MANUF004377)

Sargent Aerospace - Tucson, AZ

Full-time - Mid Level

Tucson, AZ

51-100 employees

About the position

The Manufacturing Engineer MEIV position at Sargent involves joining the Marine Hydraulics team to enhance manufacturing processes through Lean Six Sigma methodologies. The role focuses on promoting a culture of continual improvement, providing technical support, and ensuring compliance with manufacturing standards. The engineer will be responsible for evaluating non-conforming products, conducting engineering analyses, and implementing corrective actions to improve process capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Model safe behavior at all times
• Promote a culture of Continual Improvement by utilizing Lean Six Sigma methodologies
• Support the ME team at all levels & operations with required technical and general support
• Interpret and maintain manufacturing process documentation (i.e. routers, RWPs)
• Evaluate and disposition non-conforming product
• Provide technical data for front end business activities
• Evaluate supplier issues and provide technical guidance
• Perform Engineering analysis to determine Root Cause and implement Corrective Actions
• Identify new technologies to improve process capability, and increase process controls
• Review engineering designs and documentation for manufacturability
• Define manufacturing processes and maintain detailed manufacturing instructions for complex manufacturing product
• Design tooling & fixtures for manufacturing and validation of product
• Coordinate the acquisition and implementation of capital equipment/expenditures
• Implement process documentation and provide training for production personnel
• Actively participate in the engineering change process
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field plus 7 years as a Manufacturing Engineer
• Master's degree in Engineering and 5 years of related technical experience
• Associate degree in Engineering or related technical field plus 9 years of manufacturing engineering related experience
• In lieu of a degree, minimum of 12 years of manufacturing engineering related experience and high school diploma or GED
• Read and interpret assembly drawings, procedures and ensure blue print compliance
• Advanced Knowledge and utilization of GD&T, schematics and relevant test and inspection equipment
• Advanced Knowledge and utilization of solid modeling
• Expert Knowledge and utilization of Lean and Six Sigma Principles
• Demonstrated and documented cost savings projects - annual savings 125k
• Demonstrated hands on abilities through employment or personal projects
• Attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of this position
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

Nice-to-haves

• 15 years of experience in manufacturing/mechanical/hydraulic systems/bearings/machining/automation/heat treat/programming/testing/NPI, assembly, coating, tolerancing
• Experience in a Manufacturing Aerospace, Defense or other regulated industry
• Experience in the implementation/utilization of Lean and Six Sigma Principles
• Lean/six sigma (black) belt certification

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Bonus platforms
• Holidays/Vacation/Sick Time
• 401k Savings & Investment Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
• HSA/FSA
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Accident/Hospital/Critical Care Plans
• Pet Insurance
• Gym & Rideshare Incentives
• Legal Insurance/Identity Theft
• ½ day Fridays