Mechanical Engineer, Engineering Production Support

D.O.M. magazine; United States; On-site; USD 71,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

BAE Systems in Aiken, SC is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for Engineering Production Support on first shift. You will interface between manufacturing, design, and production engineering to evaluate and resolve mechanical subsystem issues, support variances, and drive improvements on multiple programs.

The role requires Creo experience, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to coordinate with Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering or similar field.
• Experience with Creo/Pro/Engineer 3D CAD software and ProductView.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities to deadlines.
• Familiarity with common engineering software and Excel.
• Ability to resolve basic technical design problems and work with customers.

Responsibilities

• Review design specs and drawings to ensure compliance with standards and requirements.
• Serve as Engineering Point of Contact for production programs on 1st or 2nd shift.
• Create and track problem reports, coordinate with IPT to implement solutions.
• Maintain variance control for production variances with approvals.
• Develop solutions and coordinate fixes through variances and repairs.
• Support process improvement projects to enhance design and production collaboration.
• Maintain safety and coordinate with operations, quality, and supply chain.
• Support mBOM and drawing package issues; assist in weekly review boards.
• Contribute to VIR investigations for site issues.

Skills

3D CAD software

Creo

Excel

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Self-starter

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or similar

Tools

Pro/Engineer

ProductView

ASME Y14.5-2009 GD&T

Job description

Mechanical Engineer, Engineering Production Support

Company:

BAE Systems

Category:

Maintenance

Job Type:

Permanent

City:

State:

South Carolina

Country:

United States

Job Description BAE Systems is hiring a Mechanical Engineer in Aiken, SC on First Shift to provide Engineering Production Support (EPS) of the multiple production programs. This candidate will serve as an interface between manufacturing, design and production engineering for evaluating and resolving problems related to the design and fabrication of mechanical subsystems, assemblies, and components. This candidate will support design related change notices and variance activities. This position is part of our onsite Engineering Production Support (EPS) team. The position would be ideal for a Mechanical Engineer or Manufacturing Engineer interested in production manufacturing and problem solving.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Review and interpret design specifications, drawings, documentation, models, and/or test results to ensure technical designs comply with applicable engineering standards, military specifications, and product requirements.
• Support vehicle production on 1st or 2nd Shift by being the Engineering Point of Contact for the various programs
• Work with production support to create Problem Reports detailing engineering related issues with items in production, liaising with Integrated Program Team (IPT) to develop a solution.
• Maintain the Variance control process for production related variations from the technical data package (TDP). This includes obtaining Internal and Customer approval for subject Variances.
• Develop timely, complex and non-complex solutions to problems and coordinate effective “fixes” through Variances, standard and non-standard repairs and configuration notes.
• Assist in assigned special projects and/or process improvement teams to improve work effectiveness and relationships between Design and Production (e.g.: improve Configuration Management of TDP and Re-man Drawings, develop and implement design change work flow processes within configuration management and engineering data management systems)..
• Maintain a safe work environment and ensure compliance with safety objectives, policies, and rules.
• Daily coordination with onsite Operations, Quality and Supply Chain teams
• Support mBOM and Drawing package related issues
• Support weekly and pre-material review board efforts
• Assist in VIR investigation and responses for Aiken site related issues

Flexible Scheduling Options

This team offers a variety of scheduling options to accommodate different work styles and preferences. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to choose from the following schedules (Mon-Fri):

• 4/10 Schedule: Work 4 days a week, 10 hours per day (every Friday off).
• 9/80 Schedule: Work 9 days in a 2-week period (every other Friday off).
• 5/40 Schedule: Work 5 days a week, 8 hours per day (every weekend off).

Once youve selected your preferred schedule, it will remain consistent and not fluctuate

Requirements

Required Education, Experience, Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or similar degree.Entry level knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of a relevant technical field of specialization.
• Experienced using 3D CAD software such as PTC Creo (Pro/Engineer, ProductView).
• Strong organizational skills and proven ability to coordinate multiple priorities to achieve a deliverable deadline.
• Familiarity with current computer applications and technologies in applicable engineering disciplines.
• Ability to create/maintain large Excel spreadsheets.
• Ability to resolve basic technical design and development problems.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with customers to solve technical problems.
• Demonstrated self-starter, who requires minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Preferred Education, Experience, Skills

• Experience supporting engineering in a prototype or production environment where weldments, fabrication of machined parts, and assembly and integration of subsystems is performed.
• Experience working with military ground vehicles.
• Familiarity with relevant military and commercial design standards.
• Knowledgeable of the Manufacturing and Configuration Management System.
• Familiarity with CREO.
• Familiarity with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing ASME Y14.5-2009.

Pay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $70735 - $120250Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

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