Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Tooling & Equipment
Core
Lead the development of complex manufacturing equipment and tooling solutions critical to aircraft assembly, translating product requirements into scalable manufacturing systems.
Role type
Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Tooling & Equipment)
Builds
Automated/semi-automated equipment, tooling, and fixtures for aircraft assembly lines
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing, capital equipment development
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Capital equipment specification, supplier engagement and management, DFM/DFA analysis, equipment design and architecture, FAT/SAT protocol execution, production ramp planning, continuous improvement methodologies
Preferred skills
Aerospace or automotive high-rate production experience, automation supplier collaboration, DOE and process validation, PLM and CAD proficiency
Technologies
PLM, CAD, manufacturing simulation tools
Responsibilities
Lead design and development of tooling, fixtures, and automated/semi-automated equipment; Author and release RFQ packages for tooling and equipment; Oversee equipment design reviews, build progress, and acceptance criteria; Develop and execute FAT and SAT protocols; Drive equipment readiness including validation and capability studies; Improve equipment performance, reliability, and cycle time
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC