Special Process Manufacturing Engineer

Location: 

West Hartford, CT, US, 06110-1328

Business Unit:  Systems and Support
Function:  Operations

TRIUMPH designs, engineers, manufactures, repairs and overhauls a broad portfolio of aviation and industrial components, accessories, subassemblies, systems and aircraft structures. We partner with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and operators of commercial, regional, business and military aircraft worldwide, to provide products and services that solve their hardest problems. So whatever the part, component or complexity of assembly, TRIUMPH is committed to quality, service and meeting the specialized needs of each customer.

TRIUMPH participates at all levels of the aerospace supply chain – from single components, to complex systems, to aerospace structures and their contents. We provide solutions for the entire product life cycle of an aircraft – from raw material to aftermarket service. Our unique ability to integrate a broad range of products and capabilities is our competitive advantage.

We are rapidly growing and looking for people who feel rewarded by innovation, career growth, and making an impact all while working with state-of-the-art equipment on cutting-edge projects. If you're ready to be challenged, inspired, and supported as you pursue your professional best, we hope you'll explore a future with TRIUMPH. 

Position Overview

Triumph is actively recruiting a Special Process Manufacturing Engineer (ME) to oversee processing in heat treat, plating and chemical processing lines.  The ME will develop operational sequence and manufacturing methods and provide technical support to production. The position also entails driving process improvements, ensuring components are manufacturable and offer technical expertise to the production shop floor. Manufacturing support by way of technical dispositions, process documentation and manufacturing controls are also required. Strong problem-solving skills are a must to eliminate waste and drive process efficiency throughout the manufacturing process. Qualified candidates must attain strong mechanical and manufacturing knowledge.

Responsibilities

•Develop and maintain procedures, checklists, and process steps for special processes that include heat treating and plating
•Manage the design and procurement of fixtures, tools, and gaging
•Improve quality performance by identifying and eliminating the variation in the process
•Provide technical support regarding all safety and ergonomics issues within the special processes area
•Drive cost reductions to support the business performance
•Work closely with Team Leads, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to meet customer expectations
•Perform root case analysis and corrective actions on component non-conforming material
•Train employees on equipment and procedures 
•Review new engineering drawings for special process manufacturability 
•Develop special processes that meet cost and design requirements from Engineering
•Lead the introduction of special processes on new shafts, gears, and valves into Operations
•Able to perform internal audits.  Prefer familiarity with NADCAP audits
•Prefer pyrometry knowledge
•Work closely with Team Leaders, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to meet customer expectations.
•Initiate, evaluate, and implement process improvements using RCCA principles.
•Understand manufacturing capacity and capabilities planning.
•Ensure compliance and flow down with industry specifications and requirements
•Drive for continuous improvement of processes

Qualifications

•Engineering degree or minimum of 2-year associate degree in an engineering related field with 5 years of related experience.
•Prefer 2+ years of manufacturing or process planning experience.
•Capable of reading blueprints, specifications
•Strong analytical skills, including data mining, formatting, and analysis.
•Ability to create and manage manufacturing data, database reports, dashboards, and visualizations.
•Prefer familiarity with aerospace quality systems and manufacturing requirements
•Good writing ability, strong computer knowledge, and good interpersonal and teamwork skills.

 

 

Employment Type: Full-Time / Salaried Exempt 

Salary Range: $75K - $112K

Our Vision:

As one team, we enable the safety and prosperity of the world.

Our Mission:

We partner with our Customers to TRIUMPH over their hardest aerospace, defense, and industrial challenges to deliver value to our stakeholders.

Our Values:

  1. Integrity – Do the right thing for our stakeholders.  We value safety, diversity, and respect.
  2. Teamwork – Win as One team-one company.  Solicit help and assist others.
  3. Continuous Improvement – Pursue zero defect quality.  Attack problems and relentlessly raise the bar.
  4. Innovation – Passion for growing the business.  Lead through ingenuity and entrepreneurship.
  5. Act with Velocity – Partner, anticipate and communicate.  Proactively solve problems.

 

Code of Conduct:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the TRIUMPH behaviors captured within our core values: Integrity, Teamwork, Continuous Improvement, Innovation, and Act with Velocity. Detailed definitions are below and performance metrics for each behavior can be found on our intranet and is embedded within our Performance Management processes.  All employees are expected to represent the values and maintain the standards contained in TRIUMPH’s Code of Conduct.

Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS):

Employees are responsible for the Health, Safety, and Welfare of themselves, the environment, and other people. All employees must comply with EHS policy training and instructions, help to maintain a safe and clean working environment, and use any Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by the Company. Employees must report any accidents, incidents, and near misses to management. Additionally, employees are expected to notify management of any dangerous or potentially dangerous situations or practices.

Additional Information:

Triumph is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

SELECT US positions require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the Export administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to be eligible for applicable positions, you must be a US Person under ITAR or eligible for approval for a U.S. Government export license.  A US Person is a US Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident, refugee or asylee. All inquires related to citizenship are asked solely to comply with ITAR and EAR export licensing requirements.

U.S. applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Please contact us if you require assistance in applying for TRIUMPH and we will provide reasonable accommodations via HRDepartment@triumphgroup.com.