Who We Are
Williams International is a privately-owned company that develops and manufactures jet engines for both military and commercial aircraft applications. We are a company of creators who deliver pioneering ideas and technologies that lead the aerospace industry. Our culture fosters creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning to position our team members to inspire each other and provide quality products and supporting services that exceed the expectations of our customers.
The Opportunity
Williams International has an exciting opportunity for an Lead Manufacturing Engineer specializing in gears to join our team. The Lead Manufacturing Engineer will help prevent scrap, reduce scheduling impacts and implement changes. Additionally, they will also help in training and developing new employees to ensure all projects are performing to the highest potential.
The Lead Manufacturing Engineer will also be responsible for :
- Oerlikon G Series Gear Grinder Programming & Troubleshooting
- Kapp VX Series Gear Grinder Programming & Troubleshooting
- Hypoid and Spiral Bevel Gear design development using KIMoS
- Klingelnberg P Series Inspection Machine Programming & Troubleshooting
- Document and PPAP new developed gearing products
- Roll Test Programming and Troubleshooting
- Shaper Programming and Troubleshooting
- PFMEA and DFMEA Creation
- KISSsoft and KIMoS programming and evaluation
- Creating thorough work instructions and setup documentation for all gear manufacturing processes
- Analyze gear distortion data and provide recommendations to engineering on pre / post heat treatment machining tolerances
- Mentor Cell Specialists and engineering on all aspects of gear manufacturing
- Perform routine maintenance of machines and equipment operated
- Clean, organize and maintain cellular manufacturing work area in accordance with established standards
- Ensure the continuous flow of materials and parts through the Cell
- Adhere to all safety standards and regulations
- Participate in the training and development of other Cellular Manufacturing Associates to promote the continuous quality improvement of manufacturing
- Strive to accomplish team goals and enhance the quality of machined parts through the reduction of scrap and improvement of throughput
Qualifications
Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering required10+ years of experience in Gear design and manufacturing requiredExperience with the following is required :Oerlikon G Series Gear Grinders
Kapp Niles VX Series Gear GrindersKlingelnberg P Series Inspection MachinesGear Shaping, Hobbing, and SkivingBevel and Spur Gear roll testing machines (Gleason preferred)KiMOS and KISSoft for gear design / evaluationSolid fundamentals in PFMEA / DFMEA creationExperience working with carburized and nitrided steel and subsequent processing post case hardeningPhysical lifting requirements include ability to lift 50 pounds (4 inches to 25 inches), capable of pushing or pulling a weight of 60 pounds, a grip strength of at least 50 pounds, and be able to reach above the shoulder (65 inches).U.S. Citizenship is requiredPosition requires the ability to obtain a U. S. Government Security Clearance, if needed. Candidates selected may be subject to a U. S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. For more information on Security Clearances, please visit : US. Department of StateAdditional Information
Williams International is a Drug Free Workplace where all new team members and contractors are subject to pre-employment drug testing for the following controlled substances : marijuana, cocaine, PCP, amphetamines, opioids and alcohol as policy dictates.
Williams International is committed to equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, and protected veteran status.
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