Supply Chain Manufacturing Engineer
Safran• Manage and solve technical queries from suppliers and any Manufacturing Engineering issues from all external suppliers, including other Safran sites.
• Support action plans for poor performing Suppliers for all MBD sites as per the "Control of Underperforming Supplier" process
• Participate in multisite Supplier technical reviews with a Safran cross functional team (CFT)
• Review quotes from sup
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pliers for Leadtime and cost per operations. Provide estimates for work scopes
• Approve documents manually and electronically on behalf of Manufacturing for all active Programs
• Attend Change Board Meetings for all active programs as required
• Support Design for Manufacture on New/Old Programs
• Support Engineering product investigations that require Supplier discussion/investigation
• Review drawing before release, attend drawing review meeting
• Create RFDC's for drawing changes for internal and external customers. Monitor and drive RFDC's to closure based on urgency
• Support cost reduction and lessons learned activities between suppliers and SAFRAN
• Support approval of SSC once presented by Purchasing
• Support creating of process matrix for parts/assemblies to determine requirements and necessary approvals. Support on-site technical meeting to ensure Safran requirements are met
• Support/conduct rate readiness audits/load and capacity audits for designated suppliers
• Support Quality System Audits/model base definition audits as required
• Assist with Engineering investigations (liaison between Supplier/Engineering/Procurement/Purchasing)
• Review, update and create PD's, W100R drawing requirements
• Attend work transfer review meeting for manufacturing engineering issues
• Support to Purchasing - ie. can supplier make this part
• Conduct capability studies based on supplier's equipment/tooling
• Arrange and support 3D scanning of forging/Overlay forging models in Catia to check geometry
• Use PDM to approval workflows / Review released files/ Track RFDC status/Revision control
• Use SAP to Monitor status of parts in stock, PO's placed with which supplier
• Use DK6000 and QIS to monitor supplier approvals and supplier concessions
• Support opportunities in developing low-cost suppliers
• Support new technology projects (Additive manufacturing)
• Keep abreast of new technology/processes
Skill and Core Competencies:
• A strong background in quality and/or engineering in the aerospace industry are preferred.
• Results oriented and steadfast in ensuring the integrity of the Company's Quality system.
• Strong problem solving with critical thinking, attention to detail, and excellent Judgement/Decision making skills.
• Experienced in/knowledge of machining, NDT, special processing and assembly of landing gear parts and assembly processes.
• Experience in/knowledge of raw materials and forgings processes.
• Previous supplier auditing experience desired - facilities, equipment, machining, metal treatment, load-capacity
• Good computer (Microsoft office products and Catia), analytical, statistical and interpretative skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with constantly changing priorities.
• Ability and willingness to complete work on a fixed and demanding schedule and follow up on outstanding issues in a timely fashion.
• Ability to work flexible hours and travel frequently.
• Ability to work safely, adhering to any Health and Safety policy as well as maintaining a high level of 5S for a clean and safe work environment.
• Ability to read drawings and understand / work in or with Catia models though our PLM system.
• Ability to Present audit findings to Suppliers personnel.
• Ability to use measuring instruments for inspection purposes.
• Strong Negotiation skills, time management skills and problem-solving skills
Education and/or Certifications:
University Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar in addition to five to ten years of industry experience
Specialized Knowledge:
A strong Manufacturing Engineering