Aerospace Manufacturing Engineer | Lean Process & Kaizen

RECARO Aircraft Seating; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

RECARO Aircraft Seating in Fort Worth, TX seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to drive process improvements across Quality, Program Management, Logistics and Production. You will execute Lean initiatives, mentor junior engineers and implement manufacturing methods using product design, materials, tooling and production equipment expertise.

The role emphasizes trouble shooting, tool development, process optimization and cross-functional collaboration to ensure efficient production and high quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field.
• 5+ years in aircraft manufacturing or related experience.
• Advanced root cause analysis using 3D clash analysis and metrology equipment.
• Able to create and review engineering drawings, models and assemblies for manufacturability.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing processes.
• Familiar with aerospace standards such as ISO9001 and AS9100.
• Experience with rapid prototyping including 3D printing.

Responsibilities

• Act as a First Responder to troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues.
• Develop and improve processes and tooling to boost efficiency and quality.
• Lead cross-department projects for process improvements.
• Interface with quality, engineering, and production for new product integration.
• Create shop floor documentation and standard work instructions.
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma and CI methodologies to Value Stream Maps.
• Support 5S program and Kaizen events.
• Ensure product and process quality through testing methods and standards.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Root cause analysis

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Spanish (optional)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Operations/Mechanical/Aeronautical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD software

3D printing

Metrology equipment

MS Office

3D clash analysis

Job description

RECARO Aircraft Seating in Fort Worth, TX seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to drive process improvements across Quality, Program Management, Logistics and Production. You will execute Lean initiatives, mentor junior engineers and implement manufacturing methods using product design, materials, tooling and production equipment expertise.

The role emphasizes trouble shooting, tool development, process optimization and cross-functional collaboration to ensure efficient production and high quality