Manufacturing Engineer

StandardAero; City of Langley; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer/Technologist to enhance their Engineering Department. This full-time role focuses on providing essential engineering support for manufacturing processes and the development of Supplemental Type Certificates (STC). The ideal candidate will engage in material and process development, manage project teams, and ensure compliance with industry standards like AS9102. Join a team dedicated to continuous improvement and innovation in aerospace manufacturing, where your contributions will directly impact quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Aerospace Manufacturing or related field.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling software and GD&T.
• Strong communication skills and project management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support material and process development for manufacturing.
• Compile and maintain accurate Bills of Material (BOMs).
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for zero-defect manufacturing.

Skills

3D modeling software (SolidWorks)

Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)

Interpersonal communication

Project management

Aircraft manufacturing processes

Education

Degree in Aerospace Manufacturing

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Tools

CMMs and PCMMs

Lean methodologies

5S

Kaizen

Job description

We are currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineer/Technologist to join our Engineering Department in Langley, BC. This full-time position is responsible for providing ongoing engineering support to the Manufacturing Department, with a focus on supporting work-in-progress (WIP) and Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) development, reporting to Director, Engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Support material and process development, including initial setup and troubleshooting of production processes; write process specifications as required.
• Review customer engineering and specifications; provide impact analysis, estimate implementation costs, and manage configuration control.
• Compile and maintain accurate Bills of Material (BOMs).
• Develop and maintain manufacturing instructions for in-house products.
• Prepare First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) in accordance with AS9102.
• Review and provide feedback on supplier manufacturing planning.
• Assist with designing tools and develop fabrication plans for manufacturing and inspection needs.
• Serve as liaison across departments, including shop floor, customers, and suppliers.
• Develop and update training materials for production processes.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for production defects.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives targeting zero-defect manufacturing.

Qualifications & Competencies

Required:

• Degree or Diploma in Aerospace Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline and/or relevant experience.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling software (SolidWorks preferred).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings. Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• General knowledge of aircraft manufacturing processes.
• Ability to manage projects with cross-functional teams.

Assets:

• Knowledge of AS9100 and NADCAP standards.
• Experience with configuration management.
• Experience with dimensional inspection tools such as CMMs and PCMMs (e.g., FARO arms).
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, 5S, Kaizen, etc.).
• Proficiency in problem-solving techniques such as 5 Whys and Fishbone Diagram (Ishikawa), used to identify root causes of production issues and drive continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of manufacturing techniques such as laser cutting, waterjet, metal forming, fabrication methods, and machining.