Job Description SummaryAt Dowty Propellers we design, manufacture, repair and overhaul propeller systems for military and civil applications from our new state of the art headquarters facility in Brockworth, Gloucestershire, UK.
The successful applicant will join the Manufacturing Engineering team who translate designed intent into production solutions for the manufacturing team and their suppliers. We use a Safety, Quality, Delivery & Costs framework operating across serial production, New Product Introduction and New Technology Introduction programs.Job Description
Job Responsibilities
- Keeping yourself, the ME team, and the business safe and compliant in all your daily tasks.
- Authoring and approving manufacturing processes, process specifications, tooling solutions and rework activities.
- Execute structured problem solving and robust root cause corrective actions (RCCA).
- Provide technical task planning and authorisation for repair, overhaul and rework activities.
- Implementation of a Lean system and calculation of process standard times.
- Advise and support daily shop floor management escalation meetings, process escapes and shop floor queries.
- Work to develop a modern ME function searching out and developing business cases for new technology and business investment to enhance productivity & quality.
- Create process and product quality plans, measurement systems analysis, process failure mode effect analysis (PFMEA) in accordance with Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).
- Contribute to the creation of a factory of the future and associated technologies.
- Stay abreast of industry trends in the drive toward the future of flight and sustainable aviation.
Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Characteristics:- A completed Manufacturing / Engineering Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3), or demonstrated experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Able to interpret 2D (legacy) drawings, technical specifications, and review manufacturability challenges and production solutions.
- Thrive under pressure in a fast paced shop floor environment working with cross functional teams where priorities challenge frequently.
- Understanding of general dimensioning and tolerancing.
- Conscientious, tenacious and positive outlook with a can-do attitude and an real appetite to learn.
Desired Characteristics
- Engineering Technician Accreditation
- HNC in an Engineering discipline (Level 4) or equivalent.
- Experience working with composites
- 3D CAD Competence (preferably CATIA)
- Experience in one of the following; developing and validating CNC programmes, carbon fibre composite manufacture and/or metallic machine shop part assembly.
- Lean Six Sigma knowledge and a deep interest in continuous improvement
Flexible Working
GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.
Total Reward
At GE Aviation we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.
As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;
- Non-contributory Pension
- Life Assurance
- Group income protection
- Private medical cover
- Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell
Security ClearanceBaseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS
Right to Work
Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
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Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
