Aerospace Manufacturing Engineer Job at AAA USA in Seattle

Must be willing to travel/temporarily relocate to Kinston, NC

What we offer:

• Paid Travel and lodging assistance available
• Long and Short-Term Contracts
• Immediate placement
• PTO
• 6 Paid Holidays

Job Description:

AAA USA, Inc. is seeking experienced Manufacturing Engineers to join our team. The successful candidates will support the design, development, and implementation of manufacturing processes for composite aerospace components, with a focus on panels, spars, and sub-assemblies. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to high-profile aerospace projects using cutting-edge technology, ensuring production efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process Design & Optimization: Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing processes for composite materials and assemblies, with an emphasis on efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Technical Documentation: Create and update technical work instructions, manufacturing plans, and engineering documents to guide production teams in composite panel and spar fabrication.
• Tooling & Equipment: Design, specify, and implement tooling and equipment required for composite assembly and sub-assembly processes, ensuring they meet project requirements.
• Lean Manufacturing: Apply Lean principles to streamline manufacturing processes, reduce waste, and increase overall productivity. Implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with design, production, quality, and supply chain teams to resolve issues, optimize processes, and maintain product quality.
• Root Cause Analysis: Identify and troubleshoot production challenges, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to ensure timely project delivery and adherence to engineering specifications.
• Quality & Compliance: Ensure that manufacturing processes comply with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications.
• Vendor & Supplier Interface: Work with external vendors and suppliers on the procurement and qualification of composite materials, tooling, and equipment.
• Production Support: Provide daily support to the manufacturing floor to address technical issues, process deviations, and any engineering-related challenges.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Monitor production metrics, collect and analyze data, and prepare reports on production performance, process improvements, and technical issues.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Manufacturing Engineer, preferably in aerospace manufacturing with a focus on composite materials.
• Proven experience in process development, tooling design, and manufacturing support for complex assemblies.
• Experience with Airbus manufacturing processes and standards is a strong plus.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in CATIA or other CAD software for designing tooling, layouts, and manufacturing processes.
• Strong knowledge of composite materials and aerospace manufacturing techniques.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications.

Problem-solving & Analytical Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to perform root cause analysis and resolve complex manufacturing issues.
• Strong project management skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Aerospace Experience: Prior experience working on Airbus projects or in a similar aerospace environment is highly preferred.
• Certifications: Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification is a plus. AS9100 or other quality-related certifications are desirable.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field is required.

About AAA USA:

AAA USA is an in-situ manufacturing company that offers specialized subcontracting and technical assistance services related to industrialization, production and supplier monitoring processes in the Aerospace and Transportation sector. With over 1,000 employees, AAA USA draws its strength from the AAA European Group, a major player in the industry for 25 years. The Group generates more than 350 million dollars of annual revenue and employs over 3,500 people throughout the world. Supported by the international expertise of the AAA Group, we offer our customers the benefit of a proven approach to deliver a high-quality finished product. Our In-situ approach that focuses on productivity, on-time delivery, quality and efficiency has given us a leading position at our clients’ facilities and operations.

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