Engineer, AME 2

Based in West Hartford, CT, Triumph Systems, Electronics and Controls is a leading independent aerospace system supplier for the commercial and military helicopter and business jet markets and employs approximately 500 employees. The Company's key products and services include electronic engine controls, fuel metering units, main fuel pumps and environmental control systems for both the OE and aftermarket/spares end markets.

Responsibilities

Salary Range: $75,200.00 - 112,800.00/annual

Develop robust process instructions for assembling and testing hydro-mechanical fuel controls. Support the production area by providing technical guidance and troubleshooting skills for the various pumps and controls.

• Improve productivity performance by reducing waste and improving the processing for units.
• Improve quality performance by identifying and eliminating the variation in the process.
• Provide technical support for units that don't achieve acceptable test results.
• Provide technical support regarding all safety and ergonomics issues within the area.
• Drive cost reductions to support the business performance.
• Lead root cause and corrective actions activities to support our quality requirements for our products.
• Work closely with Team Leaders, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain in order to meet customer expectations.
• Design and procure tooling and gaging to support the assembly and test process instructions.
• Effectively evaluate component parts that are nonconforming, and disposition as required.
• Review internal rejection reports for disposition of non-conforming material.
• Perform root case analysis and corrective actions on non-conforming hardware. Conduct follow-up actions on the next unit build to ensure counter measures are successful and sustainable.
• Maintain good working relationship with customers. Keep customers informed of quality problems and solutions as necessary.
• Train employees as necessary with the processes for building and testing units.
• Develop quotations for new products in development.
• Lead the introduction of new units into Operations.
• Review and accept engineering drawings for assembly and test of legacy and new products.
• Lead PPAP, MPC, PFMEA and SPC activities with other supporting team members in the hydro-mechanical area.
• Use Lean, Six Sigma, A3 and other problem-solving tools in driving to root cause and developing corrective actions.
• Lead continuous improvement teams focused on waste reduction and first pass yield improvements.
• Perform other tasks as required or assigned.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, or minimum of 5 years' experience in aerospace pump/compressor manufacturing/production
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Good interpersonal skills with ability to deal with all levels in the organization while remaining customer oriented
• Applies proven technology independently

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• 2-5 years of technical and test experience with fluid handling assemblies
• Machining training
• Understands and uses continuous improvement tools
• Aerospace Industry Experience preferred

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage with plan options that provide flexibility and choice (including telehealth options)
• Healthcare spending accounts
• Paid parental leave
• Paid/flexible time off in addition to paid company holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Disability and life insurance
• Incentives and performance-based rewards
• Exciting growth and development opportunities empowered by our TRIUMPH Transformation and an entrepreneurial environment that encourages innovation and creativity

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms: stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.