Aerospace Production Systems Lead – Process & NPI Excellence

ANSWER CONSULTING Ltda.

Burbank (CA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

ANSWER CONSULTING Ltda. in California is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to own the technical story from procurement spec compliance to full process validation. You will build APQP-driven documents and clear Visual Work Instructions to simplify complex work.

You will design workflows, select equipment, plan tooling, balance labor and takt with WCS, and lead production support to prevent recurrence.

Qualifications

Requires BS in Mechanical Engineering or related with 3+ years in aerospace (MS with 2+ years acceptable).
Experience in fast-paced manufacturing; knowledge of sheet metal, aerospace materials, GD&T preferred.

Responsibilities

Own the technical story for projects from spec compliance to full process validation.
Create APQP-driven documentation and Visual Work Instructions (VWI).
Design work flows, equipment selection, tooling planning, and cellular manufacturing concepts.
Apply time standards and Work Combination Sheets (WCS) to balance labor and takt.
Lead/partner in Production Support to solve issues at root cause and prevent recurrence.
Guide NPI through first builds and track process effectiveness.
Coordinate tooling design for manufacturing/assembly and review drawings for rigor.
Provide data to estimating for quotes and spotlight improvement opportunities.