Supply Chain Manufacturing Engineer

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Job Title:
Supply Chain Manufacturing Engineer

Reporting To:
Supplier Quality & Development Manager

Work Schedule:
Hybrid - Torrance, CA
Moog Military Aircraft Group is the worldwide leader of advanced flight controls and actuation for military aircraft. We are positioned on virtually every aircraft flying today, supplying highly reliable systems that are supportable and add significant value for our customers.

We have an immediate opening for a Supply Chain Manufacturing Engineer. Reporting to the Supplier Quality & Development Manager. This on-site position is based in Torrance, CA (Los Angeles area) and offers a 9/80 work schedule and a hybrid option.

As Moog strategically increases the quantity of parts it purchases from external Supply Chain partners, there is a need for Manufacturing Engineers to support the development, onboarding, and growth of suppliers. The ultimate goal is to ensure stable and capable manufacturing processes are in place to allow delivery of product at customer demand rate.

Manufacturing Engineers are involved at all stages of the product lifecycle including influencing design at concept stage, supplier assessment and selection, identifying key process characteristics, manufacturing/assembly process and controls development, process capability analysis, and management of change.

Manufacturing Engineers play a critical role in ensuring product integrity as parts are transferred to suppliers and work as part of a cross-functional team to assess and mitigate technical risk.

The successful candidate will have a background working in Manufacturing Engineering role, ideally with experience of both internal manufacturing and manufacturing in a Supply Chain environment with a broad experience of manufacturing methods that allows them to quickly establish technical capability.

To be considered for Supply Chain Manufacturing Engineer, here's what you'll need to bring with you:

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• Bachelor of Science degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering is required
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• Minimum of 3 years experience in a Manufacturing Engineering environment
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• Experience in Complex Machined Parts and Gears is a required
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• Specialist technical experience, examples metallurgy, processing knowledge, metrology, GD&T, electrical motor assemblies.
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• Experience with supplier improvement efforts, with organization, seeking input for best practices using customer communication and management.
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• Experience with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
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Preferred Qualifications

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• Manufacturing Engineering experience
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• Strong data driven decision-making, analytical, and problem-solving skills
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• Experience in core defect prevention tools (DFMA, PFMEA, Control Plan, MSA, Capability Analysis, Error Proofing, etc.)
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• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to work in cross functional teams to tight deadlines and often under pressure
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• Experience with New Product Introduction (APQP and PPAP)
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• Knowledge of aerospace industry standards and regulations, particularly AS13000 series, AS9102, AS9103, and AS9145
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• Formal continuous improvement qualification (Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt) desired, but not necessary
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• High degree of numeracy and knowledge of statistical techniques
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As a Supply Chain Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for:

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• Support the manufacturing of complex machining/gear/motor components within the supply base.
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• Prepare part risk assessments and conduct them with the suppliers.
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• Review manufacturing processes to insure they will yield parts compliant to engineering drawings and specifications.
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• Coordinate with various departments and team members to understand design intent and communicate design intent to the suppliers.
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• Recommend processes, tooling, and inspection methods to suppliers.
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• Review suppliers manufacturing capabilities.
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• Assist suppliers in resolving problems related to the manufacture of Moog parts.
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• Review manufacturing specifications and provide technical guidance on the specifications.
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• Review new product designs and identify manufacturing concerns and communicate these to design using a data driven approach.
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• Recommend technical product improvements to reduce risk and potential defect opportunities
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• Work with suppliers and Moog design to conduct DFX / DFMA activities on new designs.
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• Review PPAP submittals for completeness and accuracy.
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• Create and participate in FMEA activities with the suppliers.
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• Conduct gage R & R's with Moog and suppliers. Review gage R&R data.
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• Conduct MSA with Moog and the suppliers to establish correlation and minimize gage correlation issues.
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• Review process capability data
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• Be an active participant in the Moog Zero Defect journey utilizing the AS9145 concepts.
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• 25% Travel
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How We Care for You:

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• Financial Rewards: competitive compensation package, annual profit sharing, matching 401k, and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
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• Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance.
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• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan ("EAP") and other supplemental benefit coverages
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• Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs
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• Diverse and Inclusive Workplace: Employee Resource Groups, cultural events, and celebrations
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• Our Torrance site has a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off
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Salary Range Transparency:
Torrance, CA $80,000.00-$125,000.00 Annually

Salary Range Disclaimer

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits.

This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.

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