AXILLON AEROSPACE is a leading provider of complex, highly engineered composite and polymer solutions for demanding commercial and defense applications. Comprised of six, purpose-built centers of excellence throughout the USA and Mexico, each strategically focused on serving specific markets across aerospace engines and airframes, as well as munitions, radomes, antennas and fuel containment.

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer 2 oversees the activities associated with the planning, development, implementation and maintenance of manufacturing methods, processes and operations for new and existing products. This includes ensuring the effective use of materials, equipment, and personnel in producing quality products at minimum costs. The ME2 sill be expected to develop, implement and maintain methods, operation sequence and processes in the manufacture and fabrication of parts which will include the estimation of manufacturing costs, time standards and the ability to recommend tooling and process requirements for new and existing products. They will act as a liaison with internal and external customer in releasing new products, participate in the selection, development and evaluation of personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function. Additionally, the Manufacturing Engineer 2 will provide high level technical expertise to a project or program planning, task layouts, technical calculations, design and analysis functions, technical report writing, presentations and other engineering functions as required.

Job Core Responsibilities

• Provides significant expertise in developing a range of engineering solutions to improve the manufacture of new and existing Axillon products
• Improves current production processes to manufacture products, using applicable methods and procedures
• Transfers new products into production from a “design for manufacturability” approach
• Participates in developing and maintaining documentation for processes and designs
• Understands key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work
• Solves problems in straightforward situations; analyzes possible solutions using technical experience, judgment and precedents
• Other responsibilities as assigned
• Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance
• Regular, consistent and punctual attendance is required. May need to work variable schedules and additional hours as necessary

Job Specifications

Education: B.S. degree in Mechanical, Aerospace or Industrial engineering.

Experience : 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in a manufacturing environment required. 2+ years of experience with composite materials and processing techniques such as autoclave, RTM, and compression molding preferred.

****Skills :

• Experience with AS9100 quality management system
• Excellent working knowledge of GD&T
• Self-starter with excellent time management skills and ability to establish objectives and specify the strategies and actions to achieve these objectives
• Experience with marketing support (meetings, presentations, customer interface) and proposals (excellent technical writing skills, cost estimating) experience is required
• Comfortable working in teams, yet also able to function independently
• Be able to make technical, data-driven decisions and execute with limited management support
• Use logic to analyze or identify underlying principles, reasons or facts from data to draw conclusions
• Understand, follow and adhere to corporate Quality Management System on a daily basis
• Experienced with machine shop floor practices
• Mechanically able to assemble and disassemble parts and assemblies
• Experienced with composite material testing
• Experienced with contact and noncontact inspection methods
• Experienced with data acquisition systems to record temperature, position and pressure
• Organized, self-motivated, strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple duties, set priorities and follow tasks through completion
• Capable of working in an environment in which demands and priorities change
• Familiarity with processing techniques such as wet lay-up, mold and fixture design, inspection methods, and infusion preferred
• Experience with NADCAP quality management system preferred
• Computer software skills: SolidWorks, NX
• Experience with Minitab, Made to Manage (or other ERP systems), and nesting software preferred
• Ability to work 9/80 work schedule with flexibility to support additional demand when necessary
• Please note that the salary range information is only applicable for California. Compensation is based on a variety of factors, candidate experience, qualifications, location as well as market and business considerations. Pay Range: $95K-$110K

Axillon is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Axillon is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This position is subject to meeting export compliance eligibility requirements.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

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Required Skills

Required Experience

Skills/Qualifications

• High school diploma and/or related experience in the industry is required.
• Minimum 3 years as Inspector 1/Inspector 2 (or similar experience at previous inspection company) and approval of AmSpec training department for suitability at Inspector 3 position
• IFIA certification is preferred.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills combined with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Advanced math skills including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Familiarity with mid-level/advanced computer skills in word processing and spreadsheet programs.
• Required to have unrestricted use of a licensed and insured vehicle in good, safe operating condition that can be used on the job for both personal and sample transportation in all ambient weather conditions. Must possess a valid current driving license and meet the requirements of AmSpec Safe Driving Policy.
• Must be ready to accept job assignments at any time, 24 x 7, including scheduled days off. Overtime must be worked as required to meet the needs of the branch office. Must be willing to work shifts if required by location.
• Must be able to work in refineries, terminals, and on-board marine vessels as necessary.
• Must respond to communications from the office and be available at all times.
• Attendance at monthly safety meetings is required.
• TWIC Card may be required to access terminals, refineries, rail yards, platforms, launch areas, and other third party host sites

Working Conditions
The employee may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. AmSpec provides product information, training and personal protective equipment to protect employees from exposure to potentially harmful levels of those materials. The employee will be required to work outdoors in all levels of adverse weather conditions. Work may be required to be performed in refineries, tank farms, terminals and on board barges, ships, railcars and tank trucks. The noise level in the work environment may be high at times. Local and on occasion long distance travel may be required.

Physical Requirements

• Safety Sensitive position that requires pre-employment, random and annual drug and alcohol testing (including marijuana testing).
• Comply with the requirements of AmSpec D&A Policy.
• Pass an annual Pulmonary Fitness Test.
• Pass a physical examination by a physician designated by AmSpec, both before employment and at any time during employment upon request of AmSpec Services to confirm the Surveyor’s ability to perform the essential job functions of the position.
• Qualify annually for a Respirator Fit Test.
• Qualify annually, based on the results of an OSHA- designated blood test, for work in areas containing certain levels of Hydrocarbon Vapors.
• Be able to safely perform inspection work while wearing required safety equipment, regardless of ambient weather conditions.
• Ability to stand for extended periods; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk or hear; and to smell.
• Ability to walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and reach with hands and arms frequently.
• Ability to climb storage tank ladders and stairs, typically up to 100 feet high while carrying 45 lb. of samples and/or inspection- related gear or equipment. Ability to climb vessel gangways, ladders, Jacob’s ladders, and stairs.
• Ability to work in the presence of odors, typical of petroleum or petrochemicals, without allergic reactions or nausea when such odors are within OSHA-designated permissible exposure limits (PELs).
• Ability to work in confined spaces (as defined by OSHA), wearing appropriate respiratory and skin protection equipment.