Lead R&D Manufacturing Engineer
Middle River Aerostructure SystemsPosition Title: Lead R&D Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Baltimore, MD, US, 21220
Company Name: STENA
Description:
Who YOU are and what YOU can become
We are seeking a highly motivated and hands- Lead R&D Manufacturing Engineer to join our Advanced Technology team, supporting new development projects and industrialization of new products, tooling and manufacturing processes. This role is idea
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l for an experienced engineer who enjoys building hardware, solving manufacturing challenges, developing tooling and working directly with equipment. The successful candidate will lead manufacturing development activities from concept through production implementation while serving as a technical resource across engineering, operations, quality and supply chain organizations.
While experience in composite materials manufacturing is highly desirable, we welcome candidates from a broad range of manufacturing backgrounds including aerospace, automotive, industrial equipment, machining, tooling, fabrication and product development.
Who WE are and where WE are going
At ST Engineering MRAS, our employees have amazing opportunities to work on advanced technologies and systems that support thousands of customers and millions of people worldwide every day. From the first flight across the Pacific Ocean to developing highly complex structures for the most popular aircraft in the world, we have come a long way always with a can-do approach to problem solving while delighting customers with our high say-do ratio. We are looking for people with innovative ideas and the drive to help us grow into the future.
A pioneer in the production and assembly of complex aerostructures including aircraft and rocket components, engine nacelle systems, thrust reversers and advanced composite products, we apply the latest digital technologies and automation in composite design and manufacturing that are second to none. At ST Engineering MRAS, we are also rapidly augmenting our maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities leveraging the company’s expanded aircraft nacelle portfolio as well as it’s materials and processing expertise.
What YOU will do
• Product & Manufacturing Development
• Lead development and industrialization of new products, manufacturing processes and production technologies
• Translate engineering designs into robust and repeatable manufacturing processes
• Lead prototype development and pilot production builds
• Develop manufacturing plans, process specifications and other related documents
• Identify and implement manufacturing solutions that improve safety, quality, cost and delivery performance
• Tooling & Process Development
• Design, develop and validate tooling, fixtures, jigs and assembly aids
• Support equipment set up, qualification and process validation activities
• Troubleshoot manufacturing and assembly issues
• Develop and execute manufacturing trials to evaluate new materials, tooling concepts and production methods
• Technical Leadership & Collaboration
• Provide technical leadership for cross-functional project teams
• Mentor junior engineers, technicians and operators
• Communicate technical recommendations, project status and manufacturing risks
What YOU must bring to Succeed
• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in related manufacturing or engineering field, or 3+ years’ experience in composite manufacturing field
• Demonstrated interest in hands-on manufacturing or prototype development
• This position involves access to export-controlled technology which requires U.S. Person status or government authorization. A ‘U.S. Person,’ as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62, includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, individuals lawfully admitted for permanent residence (green card holders), and individuals granted asylum or refugee status in the United States. To be considered for this position, you must either be