Senior Manufacturing Engineer

PCX Aerosystems is a premier supplier of flight-critical mechanical systems and structures to leading aerospace OEMs and the US Government. With roots going back to the dawn of the helicopter age, PCX today is a private equity-owned acquisition platform tasked with building a defense-focused, balanced portfolio of companies that manufacture, assemble, and perform overhaul and repair services for a variety of fixed-wing rotorcraft programs metal and composite components for space applications including satellites, spacecraft, and rockets.

PCX Aerosystems' headquarter is located in Newington, Connecticut but has locations in Long Beach (NuSpace) and Santa Ana, CA; Boylston, MA; Newington, Enfield; and Manchester, CT. Each of these locations has a unique history, and we strive to maintain local entrepreneurial freedom, supported by the strength of being part of a larger organization.

Role Summary/Purpose

The Sr. Manufacturing Engineer position leads Engineering efforts and teams associated with the manufacturing process of aerospace part/products to support the customers of PCX Aerosystems. This role requires using the understanding of a technical concepts, engineering methods and procedures in the manufacturing process. In depth experience with manufacturing of complex aerospace parts. A good knowledge of CNC milling, CNC turning, Grinding.

Additional knowledge of Heat Treatment, Peening & Chrome is a Plus. This role reports to the Engineering Director.

Essential Responsibilities

Define, lead and control production process including tooling and equipment. Validate design specifications and shop floor application of new product, tools, or equipment. Includes Manufacturing Engineers. Expected to resolve problems through the application of acquired expertise guided by precedent. Works together with people from the business unit. Contacts are under guidance and/or geared towards specifying activities, planning of activities and giving explanations on technical issues. Communicates with direct team and supervisor. Presents to internal teams on metrics, project status and research.

Additional Responsibilities include but not limited to:

Refine and enhance product/process by applying continuous improvement and lean principles using Six Sigma, Kaizen or similar tools.

Partner with production leadership, quality, Production Control and program management on cost out projects.

Own and implement changes to manufacturing processes in an assembly, test, Welding and composites.

Develop, maintain, and control the planning function for routers and BOM structure including Purchase Order Part Specification (POPS).

Tooling design for product assembly and product test.

Problem solve manufacturing related issues using a structured and disciplined approach

Investigate, identify and report out root cause and lead the implementation of corrective actions.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college with 10+ years of experience in Manufacturing (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 15 years of experience in Manufacturing). Expert like understanding of machining principals, methods using optimized cutting tools for Aluminum and exotic metals (Inco 718, 300M, etc.)

Desired Characteristics

Aerospace industry experience in a manufacturing setting.

BS in technical discipline such as manufacturing engineering, engineering, design engineering, project engineering or other technical related degrees.

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

Investigate, identify, process and manufacturing non-conformances for root causes and corrective actions (RCCA) to avoid recurrences

Ability to influence others and lead small teams.

Lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact.

Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously.

Effective problem identification and solution skills. Proven analytical and organizational ability.

Strong understanding of GD&T.

Familiarity with drawings and process specifications for OEM?s such as Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Sikorsky, Northrup Grumman.

Physical Requirements (Lifting, Walking, Bending, Stooping kneeling etc)

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening and applicants must meet PCX AEROSYSTEMS security standards as imposed by DoD, including the issuance of any necessary security clearance by the U.S. Government within a reasonable time after commencement of employment. The Company will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

PCX Aerosystems, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, marital or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

This employer participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

Pay Range: $120,000.00 to $155,000.00 per year.

Actual compensation may vary based on various factors including experience, education, geographic location, and/or skills