Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Assembly

DRONAMICS

Sofia, Bulgaria

Job requirements

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer specializing in assembly and assembly tooling for aerospace applications. The successful candidate will play a critical role in the design, development, and optimization of assembly processes and tooling to ensure the highest levels of efficiency, quality, and safety in the production of aerospace components and assemblies.

Key Responsibilities

Assembly Process Development:

Design, develop, and optimize assembly processes for final aircraft assembly and relevant sub-assemblies of aerospace components and systems;
Develop detailed work instructions, process flow diagrams, and assembly procedures;
Evaluate and implement advanced manufacturing techniques and technologies to improve assembly operations.

Tooling Design and Development:

Design, develop, and validate assembly tooling and fixtures to support efficient and precise assembly operations in a low volume environment, looking to develop into a mass production environment;
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure tooling designs meet production requirements and quality standards;
Manage the procurement, installation, and maintenance of assembly tooling.

Continuous Improvement:

Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance assembly processes, reduce cycle times, and improve product quality;
Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for assembly-related issues;
Utilize lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies to drive process improvements.

Quality Assurance:

Ensure assembly processes and tooling meet all regulatory and quality standards specific to the aerospace industry;
Conduct process capability studies and implement quality control plans;
Support audits and compliance activities related to assembly processes.

Project Management:

Manage assembly process and tooling projects from concept through to production implementation;
Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets, and track progress against project milestones;
Coordinate with suppliers, contractors, and internal teams to ensure project success.

Technical Support:

Provide technical support and guidance to production teams for assembly-related issues;
Train production personnel on the use of assembly processes and tooling;
Stay current with industry trends and advancements in assembly technologies.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred;
Minimum of 7 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with a focus on assembly and assembly tooling in the aerospace industry;
Proven experience in designing and implementing assembly processes and tooling for aerospace applications;
Strong knowledge of aerospace manufacturing standards and regulatory requirements;
Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., CATIA) and PLM systems. Special consideration given to the use and interpretation of 3D scanning protocols and alignment techniques;
Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies;
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to perform root cause analysis;
Strong project management skills and experience leading cross-functional teams;
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.