About the Role
The ADVANCED CONCEPTS division within the company is dedicated to designing and deploying advanced innovative technologies. This role focuses on fast-tracking the development of high-technology autonomous systems, including various unmanned aerial systems and precision munitions. As part of this dynamic team, you will be responsible for leading design for manufacture practices and driving improvements in manufacturing processes.
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Core Accountabilities:
- Lead design for manufacture practices and critique new designs to identify the most suitable manufacturing processes.
- Review comparison studies of various manufacturing methods/materials and present clear conclusions to project leadership.
- Create and implement engineering changes or work instructions on the shop floor, ensuring full compliance throughout all production stages.
- Drive technical selection of materials and manufacturing processes.
- Design alternative processes to address existing issues and enhance quality, efficiency, mechanical performance, and cost competitiveness.
- Monitor production output on a project-by-project basis, noting efficiencies and issues; perform root cause analysis to characterize problems and derive permanent solutions where applicable.
- Participate in technical design reviews, evaluating concepts for manufacturability; provide technical feedback and input into designs released for production, along with creating reports for process changes or production improvements.
- Monitor project life cycles and material usage to identify production efficiency characterized by multiple metrics; create actionable plans to reduce excess material usage or increase productivity.
- Examine and evaluate finished products to ensure they meet quality standards and comply with required specifications for tolerance and mechanical performance.
- Apply strong 3D design experience to redesign parts or create complete assemblies from concept to production drawings, including full Bills of Materials (BOMs).
- Stay current with industry best practices and emerging technologies, exhibiting a strong desire to learn and explore new production methods or materials.
- Assist in the integration and testing of composite assemblies and systems with electrical or hydraulic components as required.
Qualification / Experience
- Minimum 8 years in a Production Engineering position specializing in composites or equivalent roles.
- Preferred 10+ years as a Production Engineer, with qualifications/certificates in DFMA (Design for Manufacturing and Assembly); experience in the UAE or Middle East is desirable.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, specializing in mechanical, composites, material science, or related fields.
- Certification in Six Sigma, lean manufacturing, or technical process proficiency is preferable.
- Experience in composites manufacturing within the aerospace, defense, or precision engineering sectors.
- Deep understanding of composite materials, chemistry, and resins for various manufacturing processes.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Familiarity with SAP or other ERP software systems.
- Strong CAD experience.
