Manufacturing Engineer

Astronics; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Astronics-PECO in Clackamas, Oregon is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to optimize finishing operations, improve quality, and drive process improvements across coatings and finishing cells. You will work with cross-functional teams to implement best practices, develop fixtures, and ensure manufacturability aligns with customer specifications and documentation requirements.

The role emphasizes problem solving, continuous improvement, and strong collaboration with design and supply chain to meet

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Chemical Engineering, or related field with two or more years of related experiences.
• Experience with Paint, Chromate, and/or masking is preferred.
• Strong problem analysis and resolution skills.
• Knowledge of Kaizen and Lean manufacturing techniques.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; capable of statistical analysis of manufacturing data.
• Aerospace knowledge is strongly desired.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize finishing area processes to enhance efficiency, reduce cycle times, minimize waste, and improve quality.
• Determine and implement best practices and continuous improvement initiatives to achieve optimal production output.
• Support Operations by problem-solving and removing production obstacles.
• Maintain documentation of processes, troubleshooting procedures, and improvements.
• Develop and maintain bills of materials and manufacturing plans.
• Collaborate with product design to advise manufacturability and feasibility in early development stages.
• Perform design and product development activities, including fixtures for customer specs.
• Investigate emerging technologies and identify new product opportunities.
• Lead cross-functional activities to support on-time delivery and quality requirements.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain/Planning to ensure ERP lead-times and costs and proper stock levels.
• Attend Quality Manual Standards Training and apply standards accordingly.

Skills

Process optimization

Problem solving

Kaizen/Lean

MS Office

Statistical analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Aerospace knowledge

Communication

3–6 month planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

2+ years related experience

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer

Astronics Subsidiary Astronics-PECO

Location Clackamas, Oregon

Description

Astronics-PECO, located in picturesque Clackamas, Oregon near the foothills of Mt. Hood, designs, certifies, manufactures, and sells a wide range of products to commercial, government, and military markets throughout the world. Our highly engineered interior and structural aerospace products are supplied to the largest aircraft manufacturers and are installed in aircraft around the globe, and our military products are used in critical national defense applications. The Max-Viz enhanced visions systems (EVS) are designed and certified for use as an improvement to safety by a vast array of airplanes, helicopters, and unmanned-aerial-vehicles in the commercial, government, and military marketplace. PECO-Controls are well established temperature control devices designed for applications where high quality is a must, such as the hospitality industry, commercial cooking, and other critical applications.

As a Manufacturing Engineer with our team, you will play a crucial role in optimizing our finishing operations. You will be responsible for ensuring the highest quality standards, improving process efficiency, and driving innovation within the coatings and finishings departments. We have multiple work cells that include conversion coating, masking, and painting application for predominantly aerospace and military applications.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Analyze and optimize finishing area processes to enhance efficiency, reduce cycle times, minimize waste, and improve quality.
• Determine and implement best practices and self-directed continuous improvement initiatives to achieve optimal production output.
• Supports Operations personnel through problem-solving and by removing production obstacles.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of processes, troubleshooting procedures, and improvements.
• Accurately develops and maintains bills of materials and manufacturing plans.
• Collaborate with the product design and development teams to provide input on manufacturability and feasibility during the early stages of new product development.
• Perform design and product development activities, including fixtures, for implementation of customer specifications and documentation requirements.
• Investigate emerging technologies, identify new product opportunities, and establish parameters for product direction/design.
• Lead activities across functional groups and departments to support on time delivery, quality requirements, and continuous improvement activities.
• Work with Supply Chain, Planning and Operations to ensure that the ERP system has appropriate lead-times and costs, assuring proper stock levels.
• Attend Quality Manual Standards Training and apply Quality Standards accordingly.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field with two or more years of related experiences and/or training.
• Working knowledge of Paint, Chromate, and/or masking.
• Ability to perform problem analysis and problem resolution.
• Knowledgeable of Kaizen and Lean manufacturing techniques.
• Possess strong computer skills in Microsoft Office programs.
• Skilled at statistical analysis of manufacturing process data.
• Aerospace knowledge is strongly desired
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively, make presentations, and write concise reports for all levels of employees.
• Planning and ability to think ahead and plan over a 3-6 month time span.

Employment Eligibility Requirements:

This position may involve access to items subject to U.S. export-control laws. Employment is contingent upon the employee’s authorization to access such items under applicable law. The company does not guarantee and is under no obligation to seek such authorization if it would be necessary.

An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment background and drug screening (including cannabis). Applicants who do not successfully pass both the drug and background screenings will not be considered for employment.

Accommodation Requests:

Astronics PECO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [e-mail] or call: 503-387-6045. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Position Requirements

See above

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

About the Organization Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world's aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions. Astronics works side-by-side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For over 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, militaries, completion centers and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics. The Company's strategy is to increase its value by developing technologies and capabilities that provide innovative solutions to its targeted markets.

For more information on Astronics and its solutions, visit www.Astronics.com.

EOE Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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