Process Development Engineer

Cherokee Nation Businesses, LLC; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 85,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

A tribal-owned defense contractor in Oklahoma is seeking a Process Development Engineer to create efficient process instructions and collaborate with teams. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and approximately 5 years of manufacturing experience. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in CAD software are essential. This role offers competitive compensation and full-time benefits including medical and 401K.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401K plan

Qualifications

• 5 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Knowledge of aerospace specifications is a plus.
• Strong written and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Develop Manufacturing Process Instructions (MPI).
• Create manufacturing routers and Bills of Materials in an ERP system.
• Conduct tooling reviews and capability analysis.

Skills

Engineering principles and practice

3D CAD software

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, or similar)

Tools

Solidworks

CATIA

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Overview

Process Development Engineer

Develop cost effective, efficient, and high-quality process build instructions for mechanical and electrical assemblies. Interface with pre-production and production cross-functional teams to ensure developed processes, tools and equipment produce a production-ready product.

Compensation & Benefits: Estimated Starting Salary Range for Process Development Engineer: $85k - $99k

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Responsibilities

• Develop Manufacturing Process Instructions (MPI).

• Create manufacturing routers and Bills of Materials (BOMs) in an ERP & MES system.

• Ensure technical drawings, specifications, work instructions and test processes meet customer & company requirements.

• Interact with customers to obtain and provide technical information.

• Create reports and status project updates.

• Create labor standard hours/Time-Standards.

• Interpret engineering and technical information.

• Create and maintain design data.

• Support the evolution of Digital Product Design (DPD) and Model Based Definition (MBD).

• Support Engineering & Manufacturing technology roadmap.

• Research and review specifications for RFQs.

• Perform tooling reviews and capability analysis.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Experience, Education, Skills, and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, or similar).

• Preferred: 5 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment or equivalent.

• Preferred: Knowledge of aerospace specifications and common industry practices in commercial and military aerospace sectors.

• Advanced knowledge and understanding of engineering principles and practice.

• Able to identify and resolve pre-production issues.

• Experience with 3D CAD software to interpret model-based definitions and digital product designs. Solidworks or CATIA experience preferred.

• General mechanical assembly analysis, testing and qualification experience.

• Mechanical assembly component selection and qualification experience.

• Capability to solve complex design problems with minimal supervision.

• Strong ability to work with teams with a proven ability to effectively interact and collaborate.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

• Nice to have: Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems.

• Excellent written and communication skills.

• Strong sense of personal accountability and drive to succeed.

• Lean Manufacturing experience is a plus.

• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Company Information

Cherokee Nation Aerospace & Defense (CNAD) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNAD, visit cherokee-federal.com.

Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Similar searchable job titles

• Process Development Engineer III

• Senior Process Development Engineer

• Process Optimization Engineer

• Manufacturing Process Engineer

• Research and Development Engineer

Keywords

• Process optimization

• Manufacturing processes

• Continuous improvement

• Technology transfer

• Experimental design

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