Tool Designer

What are your contributions to the team?

• Define the most efficient method to fabricate and assemble components for kit requirements
• Prepare concepts for interchangeability and part replacement as needed
• Determine requirements for and implementation of new manufacturing equipment
• Support process improvement initiatives by reviewing industry related publications for evolving certification standards and practices
• Incorporate advancements into departmental process and procedures
• Monitor project workflow and adjust personnel tasks to support project activities
• Provide technical training and assistance for department
• Ensure departmental and company policies are incorporated within all new document releases
• Initiate and lead in program reviews, cost reduction initiatives, system modification and data management
• Act as focal for Methods/Material for ROM bids for proposed projects/programs
• Provide solutions to a variety of technical/business related problems of moderate scope and complexity

How to thrive in this role?

• Minimum of 5 years experince in Methods, Material Planning, or a related field
• Thorough knowledge of aircraft systems
• Thorough knowledge of aircraft parts and location of installations
• Thorough knowledge of CATIA v4 and/or v5 to include modeling and analysis
• Thorough knowledge of technical principles and theories related to manufacturing fundamentals
• Thorough knowledge of MRP principles and supply chain management
• Thorough knowledge of CAS, SAP, MACPAC, and OSDB databases
• Basic Project management skills necessary to participate on both inter-departmental and intra-departmental teams and special projects