Manufacturing Engineer

Cirrus Aircraft’s Mission is to deliver an aviation experience that is the pinnacle of innovation, quality, and safety to our customers. Cirrus Aircraft is the recognized global leader in personal aviation and the maker of the best-selling SR Series piston aircraft and the Vision Jet™, the world’s first single engine Personal Jet and recipient of the 2017 Robert J. Collier Trophy. Founded in 1984, the company has redefined performance, comfort and safety in aviation with innovations like the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System® (CAPS®) – the first FAA-certified whole-airframe parachute safety system included as standard equipment on an aircraft. To date, worldwide flight time on Cirrus aircraft has passed nine million hours and over 170 people have returned home safely to their families as a result of the inclusion of CAPS® as a standard feature on all Cirrus aircraft. Find out more at cirrusaircraft.com.

Cirrus offers a competitive benefits package and is dedicated to the advancement of general aviation. The Cirrus Flying Club offers employees and their family members the unique opportunity to obtain their private pilot’s license in the comfort of a Cirrus or rent a Cirrus for an impromptu adventure at a greatly reduced rate.  We are committed to investing in the future of our employees and company by offering professional development and career progression opportunities and we engage employees by offering several employee and family events throughout the year, as well as the opportunity to take part in activity clubs and community events.

Job Summary:

Cirrus Aircraft is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer that is reliable, hands-on, curious, hardworking, and detail oriented. We are changing our business model and you will be working on a project to fundamentally improve our manufacturing and product development processes. The ideal candidate will have a background in Demand Flow Manufacturing (DFT) and/or previous experience developing, implementing, and improving manufacturing processes with an emphasis on repeatability and built in quality.

Supervisory Responsibility:

None

Job Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):

· Follow all safety standards and policies and ensure a safe operating environment, including use of appropriate protective equipment and identification of potential safety concerns.

· Documentation Development and release through document control

· Manufacturing Bill of Materials development along with ongoing administration and updates.

· Development and maintenance of illustrated work instructions that clearly define and show process steps and quality     requirements

· Development of visual management standards as it applies to tooling, conveyance, parts, operations, and layout

· Development of product synchronization and process flow establishing an effective and efficient work sequence

· Development and design of mixed model production lines

· Devise new solutions to existing manufacturing problems

· Apply working knowledge of product design and assembly to improve the manufacturing process

· Mentor other engineers and technicians in best practices

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

· Four-year degree from an accredited college in an Engineering field or equivalent. Manufacturing Engineering and Industrial Engineering preferred

· Experience with Demand Flow Technology (DFT) preferred

· Experience with Windchill MPMLink preferred

· Experience with Creo Illustrate preferred

Demonstrated Proficiencies/Skills/Abilities:

· Engineering and Technology: Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

· Production and Processing: Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

· Problem Solving: Ability to analyze complex problems and lead a systematic approach to determine root cause and corrective actions.

· Project Management: Ability to drive projects to completion using tools and tactics to specify scope, schedule, and resource requirements.

· Communication: Ability to communicate complex concepts effectively with all levels of the organization in both verbal and written forms.

· Mathematics: Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

· Mechanical: Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

· Design: Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of precision technical plans, drawings, and models.

· Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft office and computer usage/application. CAD software skills desired – skills in Creo preferred. Knowledge of ERP and MES systems desired.

· Language: Ability to read, write and speak the English language.

· Quality: High attention to detail and accuracy; Ability to identify, troubleshoot, and determine root cause of problems.

· Teamwork: Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities; objectivity and openness to others' views; positive attitude and team spirit.

· Organizational Support: Support of organizational goals, objectives, and values; adherence to company policies and procedures; observation of safety and security procedures; participation in 6S program (sort, straighten, shine, standardize, sustain, safety).

· Professionalism: Tactfulness and respect in working with others regardless of their status or position or the urgency of situations; Acceptance of responsibility for own actions; Integrity in following through on commitments.

· Attendance/Punctuality: Punctuality in arrival times and observance of appropriate break and meal periods; acceptable attendance record and proper utilization time clocks and time off request forms.

· Dependability: Responsiveness to management direction; Diligence in completing tasks on time or proposing an alternate plan; openness to additional hours when necessary.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Overtime hours may be required.

This opportunity is located in Duluth, Minnesota. As the home to our corporate headquarters, Duluth is a four-season city on the western tip of Lake Superior and was voted “Best Town” by Outside Magazine. The splendor of the largest freshwater lake in the world offers a multitude of outdoor activities for adventure or rejuvenation. The North Shore lifestyle is known its year-round activities, including bicycle and snowmobile trails, kayaking, rock climbing, fishing, hiking, golfing, sailing and skiing. And as a top employer in the area, Cirrus Aircraft was recently named “Best Overall Large Company to Work for in the Northland” and “Best Workplace Culture” by the Duluth News Tribune readers.

Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.