Manufacturing Engineer I

Aurora Flight Sciences Corporation
United States, West Virginia, Bridgeport
3000 East Benedum Industrial Drive (Show on map)
Jan 06, 2025
Manufacturing Engineer I Position Overview At Aurora Flight Sciences, we design, build, and fly advanced aircraft and enabling technologies from concept to reality. We are searching for a talented and self-motivated Manufacturing Engineer I to help us create the future of flight. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following: Responsibilities - Service the development, production, and delivery of aerostructure components and assemblies. - Create and maintain Engineering masters and operations work orders through an electronic ERP System (SAP). - Create part inspection check lists, first article inspections, manufacturing planning documents, inspection sheets, request for change inquiries, purchase orders, inspect drawings, prepare bid packages for the suppliers/vendors, prepare basis of estimates and quotes in support of business proposals, provide support to the production floor with drawing and technical specifications interpretations. - Main interface with internal or external design engineering services. - Incorporates lean manufacturing principles and participates in process improvement initiatives. - Prevent process bottlenecks and improve processes for the manufacturing engineering activities. - Follow established company procedures and project execution processes. - Perform to individual and company objectives and metrics. - Teamwork: Provides and welcomes feedback. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Puts success of team above own interests. - Interpersonal Skills: Focuses on solving conflict. Maintains confidentiality. Listens to others without interrupting. Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations listens and gets clarification. Responds to questions. Demonstrates group presentation skills. Participates in meetings. - Judgement: Planning/Organizing: Sets goals and objectives. Develops realistic prioritized action plans. - Professionalism: Maintains composure and professionalism under pressure. Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. - Dependability: Keeps commitments, completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. - Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively presents numerical data effectively. Ability to work from the design for a product and develop processes for production, standards, and quality control. Minimum Requirements - Education/experience acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering (e.g. Bachelor) or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience. - Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint). - Experience with GD&T and blueprint reading/model interrogation. - Experience with 3D CAD Software (CATIA, NX or similar). - Must be a US Person. Preferred Requirements - Two (2) or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. Master). - Experience with composite and/or metal aerostructure fabrication, manufacturing, and assembly. - Experience with assembly sequencing, and producibility utilizing CAD software (SolidWorks or Catia5 preferred). - Understanding of the financial and scheduling metrics relevant to successfully executing a program. - Experience utilizing ERP/MRP planning systems and bill of material interrogation for process planning. Physical Requirements - Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and wear proper PPE. - Follow Boeing regulations for lifting. - May be required to support extended hours or alternate shifts. - Work onsite in Bridgeport, WV. Salary Range (Annualized USD) Minimum Range: $49,000.00 to $88,000.00 Maximum Range: $59,000.00 to $104,000.00 Aurora Company Overview Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, is a leader in the development and manufacturing of advanced unmanned systems and aerospace vehicles. Our mission is to apply autonomy and robotics to the development, production, and operation of advanced aircraft. During the last three decades, Aurora has designed, rapid-prototyped, and flown an average of one new vehicle a year for both government and commercial customers. Now, as an independent subsidiary of Boeing, Aurora's innovation is combined with Boeing's size and strength, creating an unprecedented opportunity to shape the future of aerospace systems. Equal Opportunity Employer Aurora Flight Sciences, A Boeing Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Aurora Total Rewards At Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. Aurora Flight Sciences provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location and date of hire. Please note that the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.