Senior Casting Engineer (Onsite)

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience  

• Experience designing, producing, or supporting complex-geometry sand-cast components, particularly for aerospace or similar high-tech industries. 

• Proficiency in designing and evaluating tooling for cast components, including patterns, cores, gating, and casting simulation. 

• Experience in developing, optimizing, and troubleshooting manufacturing processes, with a track record of collaboration with plant sites and suppliers. 

• Experience with other processes that may be used in lieu of casting such as, traditional machining hogouts and additive manufacturing via powder bed fusion, material jetting, directed energy deposition, etc.  

• Proven ability to analyze and reduce standard costs while maintaining high quality, with experience in cost management and efficiency improvements. 

• Skilled in identifying root causes of production issues and implementing effective corrective actions to ensure smooth and efficient operations. 

• Ability to review and interpret engineering drawings to ensure designs are feasible and optimized for manufacturability. 

• Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and establish strong working relationships. 

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  Support Aerospace Component Production: Oversee the manufacturability of various components with a focus on housings and other components that are produced via complex geometry sand casting practices. 

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  Engineering Drawing Review: Conduct thorough evaluations of engineering drawings to ensure designs are both feasible and optimized for manufacturability. 

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  Casting Tooling Design and Evaluation: Design and review tooling for producing casted components, focusing on producibility, quality, and cost. 

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  Manufacturing Process Development and Optimization: Collaborate with plant sites and suppliers to develop and refine manufacturing processes, troubleshoot issues, and drive continuous improvement. 

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  Standard Work Development: Create and implement standardized work procedures to ensure consistency, quality, and efficiency in production processes. 

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  Cost Reduction Initiatives: Work closely with plant sites and suppliers to analyze and reduce standard costs, implementing cost-saving measures without compromising quality. 

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  Production Support and Problem Resolution: Identify root causes of production issues and implement corrective actions to maintain smooth and efficient operations. 

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  Travel 25-50% 

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  You will learn how to lead the production of cutting-edge aerospace components, including Integrated Drive Generators and Variable Frequency Generators, making a tangible difference in advanced aerospace systems. 

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  You will gain hands-on experience with complex electromagnetic systems, mastering skills from design and manufacturability to tooling and production optimization. 

We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second.  Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in-flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!  

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