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Manufacturing Tool Engineering and Fabrication Manager

Aurora Flight Sciences Corporation
United States, West Virginia, Bridgeport
3000 East Benedum Industrial Drive (Show on map)
Apr 25, 2025
Manufacturing Tool Engineering and Fabrication Manager Position Overview At Aurora Flight Sciences, we design, build, and fly advanced aircraft and enabling technologies from concept to reality. We are searching for a talented and self-motivated Manufacturing Tool Engineering and Fabrication Manager to help us create the future of flight. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following: Responsibilities -Lead a technical tool engineering and fabrication team responsible for the design, production, and maintenance of production system tooling for recurring production and development/prototype programs. -Supervise the team to optimize resources and program support for tool design and fabrication activities. -Oversee the creation of hard and soft tool designs, tool inspection checklists, first article inspections, request for change inquiries, bid packages for suppliers, and Supplier Statements of Work (SSOW's) for tool procurements. -Maintain and operate to the command media for the tool engineering and fabrication group. -Prepare tool concepts, basis of estimates, and quotes in support of business development. -Provide support to the production floor with drawing and technical specification interpretations, producibility support, and general engineering troubleshooting. -Prevent process bottlenecks and improve processes for tool engineering activities. -Generate project schedules and develop metrics to manage team earned value against program objectives. -Ensure projects and tasks are performed safely, efficiently, on budget/schedule, and to established quality standards. -Ensures engineers and fabricators follow established company procedures and project execution processes. -Reports recurring team and individual project activity. -Ensures individual development through performance management processes. -Promote and solicit team innovation to improve organizational competence. Minimum Requirements -BS degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology (Mechanical/Manufacturing/Aerospace preferred) from an accredited university. -10+ years of experience associated with tool design for metal and composite aerostructure manufacturing and assembly. -Experience with Government and Aerospace specifications. -Experience designing in CAD systems (CATIA V5 preferred). -Experience utilizing ERP/MRP planning systems. -Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint , and Project Scheduling. -Must be a US Person. Preferred Requirements -Experience with direct supervision, leading a team of 5 or more subordinates -Experience with Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and Process Improvement methods. -Ability to use software tools to support Manufacturing Engineering: Microsoft Office Suite inclusive of Microsoft Project and Visio CAD/CAM software. PLM Systems ERP Systems Physical Requirements -Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and wear proper PPE. -Follow Boeing regulations for lifting. -Must be able to travel to various 3rd party or Aurora/Boeing sites (up to 25% travel). Salary Range (Annualized USD) Minimum Range: $99,000.00 to $177,000.00 Maximum Range: $ to $ Aurora Company Overview Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, is a leader in the development and manufacturing of advanced unmanned systems and aerospace vehicles. Our mission is to apply autonomy and robotics to the development, production, and operation of advanced aircraft. During the last three decades, Aurora has designed, rapid-prototyped, and flown an average of one new vehicle a year for both government and commercial customers. Now, as an independent subsidiary of Boeing, Aurora's innovation is combined with Boeing's size and strength, creating an unprecedented opportunity to shape the future of aerospace systems. Equal Opportunity Employer Aurora Flight Sciences, A Boeing Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Aurora Total Rewards At Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. Aurora Flight Sciences provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location and date of hire. Please note that the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.