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How you'll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities)

The DFP Manager of

Manufacturing Engineering will lead a team of approximately 7-12 Individual

Merit Contributors who have a background in Engineering related disciplines and

who specialize in manufacturing of both electrical and mechanical / structural aircraft

assemblies. DFP’s product lines that will be supported consist of cabin

interior assemblies that involve composite, sheet metal, machining, and wire

harness manufacturing processes. Special Processes supported include bonding,

chemical processing and paint application.

The manager must be able to

do all of the following:

Provide hands-on leadership to a Manufacturing

Engineering team focused on developing and improving manufacturing

processes, safety, quality and efficiencies.

Oversee a team focused on executing strategic

initiatives critical to the set-up of new production lines for new

products by:

+ Estimating production costs for new programsthat will be bid on by Production

+ Value Stream mapping the processes required forthe production cells

+ Providing Design for Manufacturability reviewsof new product designs

+ Creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s)for all new Special Processes not yet developed

+ Identifying tooling and equipment required toproduce new products

Oversee the tactical actions that support

day-to-day operations by:

+ Developing and maintaining Methods ofManufacture for all parts produced at DFP

+ Developing and maintaining Work Instructions forstandard work performed at DFP to comply with DFP’s Quality Control Plansand to achieve consistent product

+ Review day-to-day tool and gauge needs at thejob level to ensure work being issued to the Production floor is ready tobe worked in the timeframe needed

+ Evaluating daily needs for technical assistancefrom the Production work cell areas to facilitate work in-progress

+ Assist in identifying root cause of any productfailure related to production error or process failures in the Productiondepartment

Build, develop and lead a high-performing team.

Hire staff, assign work, maintain employee records, set standards, train

for skill and coach team members to achieve objectives.

Foster teamwork and open collaboration within the

team and organization

Develop both strategic and tactical plans that

create a safety-conscious environment resulting in employee safety and

well-being.

What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)

+ Bachelor’s degree in engineering or relatedfield. Equivalent experience may be substituted.

+ Five (5) years of experience in a processengineering role involving manufacturing, repair or modification, three (3) ofwhich in a lead or supervisory role preferred. Experience in aviation relatedmanufacturing is highly desired.

+ Must demonstrate strong knowledge of processdesign and improvement

+ Must be able to define engineering workstatements and provide accurate labor estimates.

+ Must be self-starting, detail-oriented and aneffective planner and project manager. Must also have specific knowledge ofengineering workflows, configuration control and change management.

+ Must be an effective leader and haveexcellent verbal and written communication skills.

+ Must demonstrate good computer skills andproficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

+ Must be familiar with continuous improvementmethods.

+ Must be able to travel occasionally(<30%).

+ Must have experience with leading teams oftechnical people and managing complex projects.

+ Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, andpersonal data.

+ Embraces diverse people, thinking, and styles.

+ Possesses a high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency.

+ Is at least 18 years of age and has authorization to work in the UnitedStates.

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)

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Benefits and Perks to Help You Keep Climbing

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