Engineer Methods & Material

Sogeclair; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP with employer contribution

Group insurance (50% employer coverage

Telecare

5 personal days

Additional week off during the holiday

Job summary

SOGECLAIR is seeking a results-driven professional in Wichita to lead methods and material planning for aerostructure projects. The role emphasizes optimizing fabrication and assembly of kit components, improving interchangeability, and identifying new equipment needs.

You will drive cross‑functional collaboration and supplier-related decisions to ensure on‑time delivery. The candidate should have deep knowledge of aircraft systems, CATIA modeling, MRP and supply chain concepts, and the ability

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in Methods, Material Planning or related field.
• Extensive knowledge of aircraft systems.
• Knowledge of aircraft parts and installation locations.
• Experience with CATIA v4/v5 modeling and analysis.
• Understanding manufacturing fundamentals and technical principles.
• Familiarity with MRP principles and supply chain management.
• Knowledge of CAS, SAP, MACPAC, OSDB databases.
• Basic project management skills for cross‑functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Define efficient methods 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 by reviewing industry publications for standards.
• Incorporate advancements into departmental processes and procedures.
• Monitor project workflow and adjust personnel tasks accordingly.
• Provide technical training and assistance for the department.
• Ensure policies are reflected in new document releases.
• Lead program reviews, cost reduction initiatives, and data management.
• Act as focal for Methods/Material for ROM bids on projects.
• Provide solutions to a variety of technical/business problems.

Skills

Project management

Aircraft systems knowledge

MRP & supply chain

CAS/SAP/MACPAC/OSDB familiarity

Tools

CATIA V4/V5 modeling

SAP

MACPAC / OSDB databases

Job description

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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

YOUR PROFILE IS ESSENTIAL TO OUR SUCCESS

• 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

SOGECLAIR promotes diversity and inclusion as part of essential elements of its performance and is committed to recruiting without discrimination.

Working at SOGECLAIR also means :

• Enjoying an international and multicultural work environment


• Having access to internal mobility opportunities


• Gaining valuable knowledge through continuous training


• Benefiting from a range of social benefits and advantages: RRSP (with employer contribution), group insurance (50% employer coverage), telecare , 5 personal days, and an additional week off during the holiday season

Learn more about us :

With over 60 years of expertise, SOGECLAIR is a provider of innovative solutions for more sustainable and safer mobility. Present internationally, SOGECLAIR has expanded its expertise beyond borders, thus enhancing its capacity to innovate and collaborate with partners worldwide.

Our values:

• Trust and teamwork


• Performance and innovation


• Responsibility and commitment


• Fairness and business ethics

SOGECLAIR DIGITAL ENGINEERING

strengthens and develops engineering projects within the group, characterized by a diversity of expertise areas. As a human-scale company, SOGECLAIR and its expert teams offer a wide range of mechanical engineering skills, from R&D phases to service support.

Our expertise

aerostructures and systems installation, aircraft cabin interiors, industrialization, configuration management, management and operations consulting, product and process performance, digital transformation, operational excellence and environmental transition.