Manufacturing Engineer 2 (Industrialization Leader) Subassembly

Job description

Job Description

As a member of Safran Seats, you contribute to providing over one million seats to airlines worldwide, ensuring superior quality, comfort, and innovation.

Your role involves collaborating with a team to develop high-value solutions for passengers and crews.

Safran is one of the few OEMs offering a comprehensive range of passenger seats, from economy to first class, allowing you to take pride in creating impressive seating options for various needs.



1.

Occupational Summary (Position Objective & Authorities)



Objective:

Within the manufacturing engineer job description, there are 2 separate job functions.

Typically an employee will perform one or the other, not both and under close supervision.

Both functions are described within.



Industrialization Leader:

The Industrialization Leader is responsible for the technical review and preparation of new products, ensuring they reach the production phase on time and of good quality.

They support manufacturing and processes to lead the successful industrialization of new products, ensuring cost-effectiveness and quality adherence.

They collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring products from conception through to first article validation and to the production phase.

They work under close supervision and with the support of their team.



Manufacturing Engineer:

Work closely with Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering to design and implement process and equipment layouts and improvements.

Support Operations through technical support, product design, quality standards and process improvement

Must have strong technical skills in engineering (design and industrialization), knowledge about quality management like root cause analysis or statistical process control.

Must have strong inter-personal skills and be highly energetic.

This position works under general supervision.





2.

Essential Functions (Duties and Responsibilities)

Within the manufacturing engineering job description, there are 2 separate job functions.

Typically an employee will perform one or the other, not both.

Both functions are described within.



A) Industrialization Leader 2
i)Manage the technical development of a product from conception to production
ii) Utilize core tools such as PFMEA, DFMA, control plans, etc.
iii) Collaborate with engineering, operations, tooling and other departments to resolve issues and improve processes.

May develop new tools as needed.
iv) Review and approve or reject engineering drawings in accordance with internal DFM guidelines and requirements.

Propose changes and updates to DFM guidelines.
v) Create and maintain detailed work instructions
vi) Ensure design and process are sufficient to produce the quality of product required by internal and external standards.

Support related improvements and projects.
vii) Support production areas, fabrication and final assembly, when new product is being launched to quickly address and correct and issues that may arise.

Job Requirements

Process Improvement

i) Incorporate new methods and processes to improve existing operations

ii) Apply continuous improvement methods such as lean manufacturing to enhance manufacturing quality, reliability, or cost-effectiveness

iii) Design layout of equipment or workspaces to achieve maximum efficiency

iv) Manage tool control on the line.

Order and register new tools if needed

v) Lead cross-functional projects of medium impact or complexity and assist with projects with higher caliber



3.

Qualification Requirements



A.

Education & Qualification-

• B.S degree in a related technical field (e.g.: Industrial Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer/Technology, Aeronautics Engineer, or Electrical Engineer) or an Associate degree with 6 years related experience or 12 years of job related experience



B.

Work Experience - Technical knowledge-

• Three years of manufacturing experience required in a Manufacturing Engineer, Industrial Engineer or related Engineering capacity

• Six Sigma or Lean certification preferred

• Catia V.5 or design modeling a plus





C.

Professional Skills-

• Must have basic knowledge of production methods, process capabilities, tooling processes, and manufacturing processes

• Must be capable of preparing well-written reports and orderly reports

• Must have basic knowledge of manufacturing and related operations with detailed knowledge of such fields as product design, engineering function, tool design, tool fabrication, ergonomics and EHS, space layout, handling equipment, production machinery and equipment, N/C machinery and equipment, factory methods work, etc…

• Knowledge and experience in Lean Manufacturing principles preferred

• Strong knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and Operating Systems

• Must have the ability to generate written communication and to operate required office equipment.



• Ability to read and review written communication.



• Speech and hearing abilities that allow individual to communicate clearly and distinctly in English.





D.

Behavioral Skills-

• Able to work collaboratively with cross functional teams and engage in healthy debate.

• Able to maintain an organized workspace and calendar to keep up with all active assignments.

• Able to approach problems both analytically and creatively to find solutions.

• Able to lead teams towards defined objectives, with on time execution to program objectives



E.

Desirable Aspects-

• APQP, D&PFMEA, Control Plan, etc.



• CATIA V.5, CAD Modeling experience

• Problem Solving



Safran Seats USA is an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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(advantages, specific features, etc.)

viii) Determine root causes of failures or production problems and recommend changes to designs, tolerances, or processing methods

ix) Design and develop the process as necessary to produce the product at the volume and quality required

x) Keep up to date with relevant technological advances and support implementation of new processes and machines.

xi) Attend design reviews and provide relevant feedback for manufacturability

xii) Support engineering as necessary through development phase (collaboration, drawing review, etc.)



For DEV process, Industrialization Leader is responsible for:

• Contributing to and participating in PBS reviews.

• Preparing and presenting Industrialization Reviews to Program Industrialization Manager.


B) Production Support

Production and Design Improvement

i) Provide technical expertise or support related to manufacturing

ii) Troubleshoot new or existing product problems involving designs, materials, or processes

iii) Determine root causes of failures using statistical or lean methods and recommend changes to designs, tolerances, or processing methods

iv) Evaluate manufactured products according to specifications and quality standards

v) Review product design for manufacturability or completeness

vi) Perform root cause analysis on non conformance

vii) Define rework processes and manage some aspects of Non-conformance records.

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets.

Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible.

Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's World's best companies 2024 ranking.



Safran Seats is one of the world's leading manufacturers of aircraft seats, for both crew and passengers.

1 million Safran Seats-manufactured aircraft seats are currently in service with air fleets around the world.

Required Skill Profession

Engineers