Staff Manufacturing Process Engineer - DSC

Cessna Aircraft Company; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cessna Aircraft Company is seeking a Staff Manufacturing Process Engineer to support the DSC gears organization. This role involves overseeing the manufacturing of Bell gears, focusing on innovative manufacturing technology and producing high-quality gear systems. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and a minimum of 14 years of relevant experience in aerospace manufacturing. With a focus on collaboration and safety, you will contribute significantly to the production processes while fostering mentorship within the engineering team.

Benefits

Every other Friday off with 9/80 schedule

80 hours of PTO and 120 hours of vacation annually

Six weeks parental leave

Competitive salary with health facilities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 14 years of experience in aerospace or related manufacturing industry.
• Experience in gear, case, and gearbox manufacturing.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Planning and executing manufacturing/build of Bell gears.
• Performing producibility analysis and manufacturing trade studies.
• Identifying and resolving safety and quality hazards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Team-oriented mindset

Education

Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

CATIA V6

Job description

Job Description - Staff Manufacturing Process Engineer - DSC (333027)

Job Number:

333027

We’re more than aviation experts, we’re pioneers. We challenge what’s possible. From breaking the sound barrier to advanced tiltrotor systems. Today, Bell is shaping the future of aviation through specialized engineering, and we want you.

Gears build team

The Staff Production Engineer will support the DSC gears organization. The position will support drive systems design, producibility, and improvements. The Staff Production Engineer understands advanced manufacturing principles to develop innovative manufacturing technology on existing or new designs, concepts, processes, systems, and tools. The individual possesses specialized manufacturing engineering knowledge in advanced manufacturing areas.

Responsibilities as a Staff Process Engineer on the DSC gears team include:

1. Planning and executing manufacturing/build of all Bell gears from EMD to full rate production, working across all cost centers.
2. Experience with gearbox fabrication is required.
3. Knowledge of machined part fabrication, system assembly, install, tool index plans, GD&T, CATIA V6, and safety of flight test requirements.
4. Identifying, reporting, and resolving safety and quality hazards/risks.
5. Developing scope of work, resource estimates, progress metrics, and communication plans for project management.
6. Performing producibility analysis and manufacturing trade studies for cost-effective solutions.
7. Following disciplined project management processes from initiation to closure.
8. Reviewing work and deliverables with team leadership and management to meet objectives.
9. Mentoring and sharing manufacturing technology knowledge with colleagues.

Skills Required:

1. Knowledge of Bell's product development lifecycle and prototype production methodologies.
2. Proficiency in MS Office tools: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio.
3. Experience working with a covered labor force preferred.
4. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and prioritization skills with a team-oriented mindset.
5. Excellent communication skills for building relationships across teams and suppliers.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Engineering or related field.
2. Minimum of 14 years experience in aerospace or related manufacturing industry.
3. At least 14 years experience in gear, case, and gearbox manufacturing.

Benefits include:

• Every other Friday off with 9/80 schedule.
• 80 hours of PTO, 120 hours of vacation, and 12-13 paid holidays annually.
• Six weeks parental leave.
• Competitive salary and on-site health facilities.
• Access to Employee Resource Groups and more.

Join us to make your mark on the future of aviation. Be part of our innovative journey and help us make history.

We foster a culture driven by diverse perspectives, voices, and values.

EEO Statement:

Textron is committed to equal opportunity employment for all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military or veteran status, disability, sex, or other protected characteristics.

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