Engineer - Mfg/Process/Industria...

About Client:

The client is a private aerospace manufacturer and spaceflight services company, which aims to make access to space more affordable and reliable through the development of reusable rocket technology. It has several ambitious projects in progress, including its New Shepard suborbital rocket, designed for space tourism and research missions, and the New Glenn orbital launch vehicle, intended to compete with SpaceX's Falcon rockets in the commercial satellite launch market.

The client has also been involved in developing lunar landers and other technologies to support NASA's Artemis program, which aims to return humans to the Moon and eventually establish a sustainable human presence there.

Job Description:

Main Responsibilities:

• The hired candidate will execute directly on the field time-motion studies on processes involved in chemical processing, precision cleaning and inspection of aerospace hardware for various spaceflight systems.
• Perform time studies, make observations and form opinions regarding issues identified, their cause and possible solutions.
• Through time studies, observations, or data analysis, gathers data to form opinions regarding issues identified, their cause and possible solutions.
• Performs analysis aimed at improving operations, determining hourly labor requirements, and developing planning standards. In addition, assists with analyses that are smaller subcomponents of larger more complex projects.
• Provides input into the design for simple studies (and under the direction of the supervisor); plans study schedule, meets and trains hourly data collectors (when applicable) and ensures that data is being collected properly. Based on study observations, provides input to aid in troubleshooting and problem solving. Manages the data input and organization of time study data collected.
• Develops ad hoc queries and reporting needed for others/users to track and monitor operating performance. Updates and maintains existing databases and spreadsheet tables.
• Gathers and manipulates large quantities of data into a format necessary for analysis.
• Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training, and team member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Work directly at consolidating and validating the industrial engineering models
  
  

Additional Responsibilities:

• Lead manufacturing - related projects
• Lead operations improvement - ergonomic & human factor, operations plans, recovery planning, capacity planning and capital planning
• Provide production support - scheduling, theory of constraint, budget & forecast, crew empowerment, defect analysis, core competency definition, make/buy evaluation, benchmarking analysis
• Identify and prioritize process improvement project - lean manufacturing, engineering economic analysis, process mapping, root cause analysis, statistical methods, six sigma and time studies
• Facilitate system integration - Value Stream Analysis, Facility Layouts, Production Systems Design, Manufacturing Process Design, Systems Thinking, Facilities Planning, and Requirements
• You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of propulsion module, engine, and subassembly manufacturing. We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety.
• This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.
  
  

Basic Qualifications:

• BS in Operations Research, Industrial, Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering
• 4 years of experience working directly with manufacturing in a production environment
• Demonstrated ability in manufacturing and/or facilities planning
• Factory flow, process modeling and simulations experience
• Experience leading continuous improvement and value stream mapping events
• Strong analytic skill set and a high degree of proficiency in data mining
• Exceptional with Excel and manual data analysis
• Excellent Interpersonal Communication Skills
• Self-Starter
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum
  
  

Desired Qualifications:

• Operations Management, Construction Management, MSE and/or MBA
• Manned space flight production experience
• Project Management Certification (PMP)
• Six Sigma Black Belt Certification
• Experience transitioning development to production
• Strong teaming skills
• Experience with manufacturing organizations and/or supply chain
• Hands-on experience with materials and manufacturing processes
  
  

Desired Skills:

Skill NameLevel (1-5, 5 being the highest)

1 2 3 4 5 YearsMandatory(Yes/No)Job DescriptionProcess Modeling row toggle 9-10 YearsNoCapacity to elaborate a process flow for specific build. Assign key data for each step of the operations. Determine efficiency / utilization as well as learning curve standardsCost/benefit analysis row toggle 9-10 YearsNoKnows how to carry on ROIs. Knows the different return on investment calculations and when they applyProcess measurement row toggle 9-10 YearsNoHas been exposed to time study campaign. Understands the different ways to collect data and how to sample work measurements. Is aware of the impact the measurement can have on the data itselfManufacturing process design row toggle 9-10 YearsNoCan break down the process in subtasks and make a flow proposalProduction system design row toggle 9-10 YearsNoUnderstands how a manufacturing shop floor shall be operated. Understands Operating plans and what / how production signals are communicatedFacilities layout design row toggle 9-10 YearsNoKnows how to use autocad / visio and can interpret data and make shop floor / facility layouts for a production areaOperating plans row toggle 9-10 YearsNoKnows what data shall be available in an operating plan and what information is needed to build oneLabor Budgeting row toggle 9-10 YearsNoUnderstands what information shall be accounted for in the development of labor estimatesCapacity Analysis row toggle 9-10 YearsNoIs proficient at carrying on capacity analysis. Know the inputs, the key variables as well as the outcome of the analysis and how they shall be interpretedRecovery Planning row toggle 9-10 YearsNoMakes different proposal to recover the planning actioning of the following levers. Additional assets capacity, additional shift and resource. Reduction of the process variability. Improvement of the process

About ApTask:

ApTask is a leading global provider of workforce solutions and talent acquisition services, dedicated to shaping the future of work. As an African American-owned and Veteran-certified company, ApTask offers a comprehensive suite of services, including staffing and recruitment solutions, managed services, IT consulting, and project management. With a focus on excellence, collaboration, and innovation, ApTask provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development. As a member of the ApTask team, you will have the chance to connect businesses with top-tier professionals, optimize workforce performance, and drive success across diverse industries. Join us at ApTask and be part of our mission to empower organizations to thrive while fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

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