Job Description

Description:

Middle River Aerostructure Systems (MRAS) is a world-leading manufacturer of commercial aerostructures and nacelle systems. These include thrust reversers (the braking system on a jet engine), engine nacelle components and specialized aerostructures. It supplies and supports these products for engine makers, airplane manufacturers and aircraft operators. Located on Maryland\'s Chesapeake Bay near Baltimore, MRAS has a 1.7-million sq. ft. facility situated on 180 acres \xe2\x80\x93 where the company and its predecessors have designed, built and equipped civil and military aircraft for over 90 years. In 2019, MRAS was acquired by VT Systems, the U.S. affiliate of Singapore-based ST Engineering \xe2\x80\x93 becoming a part of its global network of aerospace facilities and offices. With the ownership change, the company was renamed Middle River Aerostructure Systems.

Job Summary

Manufacturing/Process Engineers are the bridge between the design team and the production floor. As a Manufacturing/Process Engineer, you will take on developing new and improving upon existing composite structures that are manufactured in the composite bonding area. Manufacturing/Process engineers learn to take manufacturing ownership of the structures they are responsible for and the necessary skills needed to communicate to business leaders as well the certified operators who manufacture the product.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Ensure adherence to existing engineering specifications, processes and procedures that support the manufacturing of carbon fiber reinforced composite structures:

\xc2\xb7 Process Specifications

\xc2\xb7 Material Specifications

\xc2\xb7 Tooling Design, manufacturing and Geometry Buy-Off via modeling software

\xc2\xb7 Production/Manufacturing Planning

\xc2\xb7 Support the development of detailed cost models and Cost-Out concepts

2. Support the introduction of new products into the manufacturing environment. This includes creating and/or reviewing the following aspects of NPI designs:

\xc2\xb7 Manufacturability of design concepts

\xc2\xb7 Cost estimates and ROI of new concepts and designs to be automated

\xc2\xb7 Develop tooling concepts and production methodology for automation cells

\xc2\xb7 Support of business reviews and provide technical insight into manufacturing.

Skills:

1. Critical Thinking:

\xc2\xb7 Troubleshoot engineering issues that are affecting part quality, cost and/or function

\xc2\xb7 Develop engineering metrics around productivity and part flow

2. Communication:

\xc2\xb7 Employ operator manufacturing procedures, training manuals and planning

\xc2\xb7 Effectively liaison with other functional groups

Create engineering documentation in support of manufacturing activities Requirements:

\xc2\xb7 Must have at least a Bachelor\'s degree in mechanical engineering or a relevant engineering discipline

\xc2\xb7 Some experience in manufacturing and engineering technology is preferred but not a requirement

Desired Characteristics

• Strong team building skills

• Strong analytical skills

• Strong organizational skills

• Ability and willingness to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Strong oral and written communication skills

MRAS is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value.

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Middle River Aerostructure Systems