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Aurora Flight Sciences Corporation Manufacturing Technology Engineer in Columbus, Mississippi
Manufacturing Technology Engineer
Job Code 3799
Assigned Aurora Location Columbus, MS
Locations Columbus, MS
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Manufacturing Technology Engineer
Position Overview
At Aurora Flight Sciences, we design, build, and fly advanced aircraft and enabling technologies from concept to reality. We are searching for a talented and self-motivated Manufacturing Technology Engineer to help us create the future of flight. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:
Responsibilities
Develop, prototype, and test novel manufacturing methods and concepts.
Work with production personnel to identify pain points and potential solutions.
Design and fabricate physical prototypes of new technologies, for example, instrumentation systems, robots, and end effectors.
Design and develop new software systems and concepts, for example, automated scheduling and planning tools, and predictive analytic tools.
Work with vendors to implement off the shelf equipment such as machining centers, metrology systems, and composite layup equipment.
Build and maintain a working knowledge of state-of-the-art aerospace composite fabrication and assembly processes.
Plan, schedule, and prioritize work to meet established deadlines.
Assist production personnel on the shop floor as needed. Recommend methods for improving utilization of personnel, material, and utilities.
Perform limited manufacturing engineering duties on prototype and development programs based on experience and skill set.
Minimum Requirements
Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience.
Must be a U.S. Person.
Preferred Requirements
Experience in aerospace structural fabrication/assembly processes and/or air vehicle systems integration.
Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience designing and fabricating physical prototypes.
Experience with CAD/CAM software, such as CATIA, Fusion 360, SolidWorks and/or Mastercam.
Experience writing in and debugging software languages such as python, VBA, C, C++, and/or Java.
Physical Requirements
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and wear proper PPE.
Adhere to Boeing regulations for lifting.
Work onsite in Columbus, MS.
Must be able to travel to various domestic 3rd party and/or Boeing/Aurora sites (up to 25% travel). Includes potential extended deployment to customer, supplier, or other Aurora/Boeing sites for critical program activities (Typically no more than 1 month).
Salary Range (Annualized USD)
Minimum Range: $49,000.00 to $88,000.00
Maximum Range: $59,000.00 to $104,000.00
Aurora Company Overview Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, is a leader in the development and manufacturing of advanced unmanned systems and aerospace vehicles. Our mission is to apply autonomy and robotics to the development, production, and operation of advanced aircraft. During the last three decades, Aurora has designed, rapid-prototyped, and flown an average of one new vehicle a year for both government and commercial customers. Now, as an independent subsidiary of Boeing, Aurora’s innovation is combined with Boeing’s size and strength, creating an unprecedented opportunity to shape the future of aerospace systems.
Equal Opportunity Employer Aurora Flight Sciences, A Boeing Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Aurora Total Rewards At Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. Aurora Flight Sciences provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location and date of hire. Please note that the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.