Composite Process Engineer M-F

• Perform technical analysis on materials for ply-cutting, lay-up, and crush core processes that demonstrates production constraints and recognize opportunities
• Evaluate the current state of industrial capacity and capability relative to material requirements & propose changes to program plans to ensure that production cost, quality and delivery objectives can be met.
• Work with manufacturing leaders to established process documents and using materials for ply-cutting, lay-up, and crush core process specification.
• Create and update materials and process standards/specifications to support engineering and manufacturing practices, including establishing certification and recertification criteria
• Innovate and evaluate new material for use in ply-cutting, lay-up, and crush core processes
• Review, approve and document usage of material specification, cabin and industrial standards for ply-cutting, lay-up, and crush core processes.
• Implement best practices related to the ply-cutting, lay-up, and crush core processes; ensure standardization, and develop related documentation and training
• Develop and implement next generation processes, prepare advance technology, and transition from manual processes towards automation when applicable
• Develop and implement next generation processes, prepare advance technology, and transition from manual processes towards automation when applicable
• Measure performance across products/programs in these processes and work with Production staff to address and solve problems
• Train Production staff on new ply-cutting, lay-up, and crush core processes
• Serve as the Safran Cabin site expert for the ply-cutting, lay-up, and crush core processes, with the willingness to join the Safran Expert network as a ply-cutting, lay-up, and crush core expert
• Act as the focal for Industrialization on the ply-cutting, lay-up, and crush core processes as required during the development of our products ensuring that the best practices, materials, and processes are used in our designs
• Champion and implement Lean principles to improve process performance and capability
• Lead and participate in Kaizen and workshop events to develop improvement plans
• Identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks and possible failures within the ply-cutting, lay-up, and crush core processes
• Training and Compliance:
Conduct training programs to educate production staff on established and new processes, safety protocols, and best practices, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and internal standards.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including design, quality, and paint departments, to coordinate process integration, resolve issues, and communicate process changes or improvements.
• Regulatory Compliance:
Stay updated on relevant industry standards, certifications, and regulatory requirements related to composite manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance with aviation and aerospace regulations.

Job Requirements

Education:

BS in Industrial, Aeronautical, Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering

Experience:

Minimum 7 years' experience with composites, ply-cutting, lay-up, and crush core processes Computer

Skills:

Basic knowledge Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Other

Skills:

• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to establish collaborative relationships to achieve objectives
• Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments with limited direction; ability to work within and lead in a team oriented environment
• Excellent attention to detail
• Project management experience
• Experience in manufacturing process set-up or adaptation
• Experience in problem solving and risk management Additional

Preferred Qualifications /

Skills:

(not required)
• MS degree in Materials or Industrial Processes
• Structured problem solving (QRQC, 8D, etc.)
• Lean Sigma (DMAIC)
• Experience with Industrialization processes, PFMEA or DFMEA, and Continuous Improvement Tools