Manufacturing Engineer I

Orizon-3aa43f1d; Chanute (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Orizon Aerostructures in Chanute, KS is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to drive process definition and BOM management on aerospace fabrication projects. The role requires a strong mechanical aptitude, GD&T expertise, and hands-on use of precision measurement tools on a busy shop floor.

Qualified candidates will have a bachelor’s in engineering and 3+ years in project planning, with CATIA or Siemens NX experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of related field and project planning experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and blueprint reading (multilevel assemblies).
• Knowledge of GD&T and measurement instruments (calipers, micrometers, height gauges).
• Experience with CATIA and/or Siemens NX preferred; PFMEA/Root Cause experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing process definition creation and BOM management.
• Apply PFMEA and Control Plans; support quality planning and Gage R&R.
• Coordinate budgets, cycle times, and schedule adherence for projects.
• Mentor and onboard team members; participate in continuous improvement.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

GD&T (advanced)

Root Cause Analysis

Problem solving

Project management

Experience with measurement tools

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in aerospace engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Engineering or related field

Tools

CATIA

Siemens NX

Syteline

Factory Trak

PLM

MS Office

Job description

• Bachelor’s Degree in aerospace engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field required
• 3+ years’ related field and project planning experience required
• Strong mechanical aptitude required
• Experience with Routers, B.O.M.s, Work Instruction, and Manufacturing Process Definition Creation required
• Advance knowledge and application of GD&T required
• Experience using measurement tools (e.g., caliper, micrometer, height gage, etc.) required
• Experience with CATIA, and/or Siemens NX strongly preferred
• Advanced understanding of work holding design and function strongly preferred
• Understand AS9100 or other Quality Management Systems strongly preferred
• Lean training and/or experience strongly preferred
• Experience with PFMEA and Root Cause Analysis strongly preferred
• Full understanding of all aspects of machine manufacturing. i.e.: 3, 4, 5 Axis, Material Types, Tooling, Fixtures, Fixture Design, Part Holding Techniques preferred
• Experience with aerospace specifications preferred
• Experience with Syteline and Factory Trak preferred
• Demonstrated Project Management skills including but not limited to: Budgeting, Cycle Times, Adherence to Schedule preferred
• Blueprint reading skills to include complex multi-level assembly preferred

Skills:

A fully qualified Manufacturing Engineer will have the following skills:

• Basic computer skills (e.g., Syteline, Factory Trak, PLM, MS Office)
• Blueprint reading – dimensioning and tolerancing
• Advanced Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
• Metals and alloys for work holding
• CNC Machining
• Fixture and work holding design
• Quality Planning (e.g., PFMEA, Control Plans, Gage R&R)
• Knowledge in use of precision measuring instruments and the application of such instruments. Instruments should include but not limited to, calipers, ID and OD micrometers, depth gages, indicators, and scales
• Identifying and controlling nonconforming product
• Problem solving
• ECR Process
• AS9100
• Onboarding
• Intermediate NX/Catia
• Mistake Proofing / Poka Yoke
• Project Management

Work Environment and Job Functions:

The office is in a manufacturing facility. As such, while the primary environment will be an office setting, the position will require frequent visits to the production floor where exposure to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles will be present. The noise level in the working environment is usually moderate to loud. Proper safety precautions, including the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), must be followed as dictated by the job and working environment.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job:

• Must have ability to bend, twist and stretch arms above head and walk or stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to reach in all directions, handle and manipulate objects and materials
• Must be able to coordinate the movement of eyes, hands and fingers to operate machines and equipment
• Must have standard visual acuity (correctable by prescription glasses or contacts meets the requirement), including color recognition
• Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 10 lbs. to a maximum of 40 lbs.
• Must have the ability to become proficient and certified, as required, with equipment used to maneuver and store large and/or heavy objects.
• Must be able to hear with or without correction

This job description is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties may differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, may be required.

Reasonable Accommodation:

Orizon will make reasonable accommodations wherever necessary for a qualified employee or applicant with a disability to complete the application process and/or to perform the essential functions of his/her position.

In order to comply with U.S. government regulations applicable to this position, all applicants must be either a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or a “protected individual”, as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Orizon Aerostructures is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Orizon are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Orizon will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Orizon encourages applicants of all ages.

Travel Required

Yes . Minimal travel required: 1-2 trips per year to Wichita, KS

Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field.

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