Aero-Instruments
Experience Quality Service Innovation

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Recently recognized as “One of the Best Workplaces in Northeast Ohio”by the Employers Resource Council,  Aero-Instruments has been one of the most trusted names in the design and manufacture of Air Data Sensors since 1925.  

We are leaders in experience, quality, service and innovation, dedicated to the development of technologically-advanced sensors.  Our sensors have flown on nearly every type of aircraft including commercial aircraft, military aircraft, business jets, general aviation, rotorcraft and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles.

Recently recognized as “One of the Best Workplaces in Northeast Ohio”by the Employers Resource Council, we at Aero-Instruments focus on maximizing our work in four key areas: experience, quality, service and innovation.

We are searching for an experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead the development of methods, tooling, and processes to reduce cost, improve quality, and promote continual improvement throughout the manufacturing process.

Key Job Responsibilities

  • Determines process sequence and writes, reads and interprets work orders, engineering instructions, manuals, specifications, electrical, pneumatic and mechanical diagrams.
  • Leads manufacturing development, process control, cost and cycle time reduction initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma tools (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Design of Experiments (DOE), Mistake Proofing and Process Capability/Control, etc.).
  • Leads continuous improvement teams and organizes efforts to evaluate and/or implement employee suggestions.
  • Confers with engineers, technicians, production personnel and others regarding design and manufacturing issues and improvements.
  • Coordinates with Engineering and suppliers the development of new materials, processes and products, ensuring a smooth and rapid transition from prototyping to manufacturing.
  • Designs/develops and implements appropriate process controls.
  • Develops training plans and curriculum and trains and certifies operators.
  • Coordinates / assists in the requirements development, installation and maintenance of processing equipment such as tooling, test systems, compressors, pumps, ovens, mills, lathes, polishers, etc.
  • Identifies and designs equipment, tooling and fixtures that will improve and enhance the capability of the process.

Skills and Experience:     

  • BS in Mechanical, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering.
  • Welding and brazing of ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
  • Familiarity with electrolytic and electroless plating processes.
  • A minimum of five years working in a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication.
  • Must possess strong analytical skills in defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts and drawing valid conclusions.
  • Strong familiarity with ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality standards.
  • Demonstrated result in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives.

Please send resume with salary requirements to:
Aero-Instruments
14901 Emery Avenue
Cleveland OH 44135
Attn: Human Resource Dept.
Email: hr@aero-inst.com

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