Manufacturing Engineer

About Us

Triumph Group designs, engineers, manufactures, repairs, and overhauls a broad portfolio of aviation and industrial components, accessories, subassemblies, systems, and aircraft structures. We partner with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and operators of commercial, regional, business, and military aircraft worldwide, to provide products and services that solve their hardest problems. So, whatever the part, component or complexity of assembly, Triumph is committed to quality, service and meeting the specialized needs of each customer.

Triumph participates at all levels of the aerospace supply chain – from single components to complex systems, to aerospace structures and their contents. We provide solutions for the entire product life cycle of an aircraft – from raw material to aftermarket service. Our unique ability to integrate a broad range of products and capabilities is our competitive advantage.

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.

We are rapidly growing and looking for people who feel rewarded by innovation, career growth, and making an impact and while working with state-of-the-art equipment on cutting-edge projects. If you’re ready to be challenged, inspired, and supported as you pursue your professional best, we hope you’ll explore a future with TRIUMPH.

Position

Triumph is actively recruiting an entry level Manufacturing Engineer to develop robust processes for CNC and non-CNC machining centers. The position also entails driving process improvements, ensuring components are manufacturable and offer technical expertise to the production shop floor.

Manufacturing support by way of technical dispositions, process documentation and manufacturing controls are also required. Strong problem-solving skills is a must to eliminate waste and drive process efficiency throughout the manufacturing process. Qualified candidates must attain strong mechanical and manufacturing knowledge and be fluent in CAD/CAM modeling. Responsibilities

• Develop machining strategies and complete routing information.
• Create manufacturing documentation (process sketch, operation sheet, tool layout, etc.)
• Develop and procure tooling, work holding fixture, and gaging as needed.
• Create tooling and fixture drawings and CAD models.
• Develop quotations for new products in development.
• Create, update and troubleshoot CNC programs for milling and turning equipment.
• Evaluates and develops manufacturing processes by:

designing experiments and collecting data
applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials
conferring with equipment vendors

• Designs and develops analytical and visual tools to assist and improve production and planning processes.
• Develops manufacturing planning in accordance with appropriate drawings and specification.
• Train employees as necessary with the processes for building and testing units.
• 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.
• Initiates, evaluates, and implements process improvements applying RCCA principle.
• Understands manufacturing capacity and capabilities planning.
• Provide technical support regarding all safety and ergonomics issues within the area.
• Review and accept engineering drawings based on manufacturability. Qualifications
• Minimum 2-year associate degree in an engineering related field
• 1+ years of manufacturing or process planning experience.
• CAD modeling and drafting experience using NX or equivalent.
• Ability to read, understand, and edit CNC programs (G & M codes)
• Capable of effectively reading blueprints, specifications, and repair/overhaul manuals
• Working knowledge of GD&T
• Strong analytical skills, including data mining, formatting, and analysis.
• Ability to create and manage manufacturing data, database reports, dashboards, and visualizations.
• Familiarity with aerospace quality systems and manufacturing requirements
• Gear manufacturing a plus
• Familiarity with aerospace standards a plus
• Good writing ability, strong computer knowledge, and must be self-motivated with good interpersonal and teamwork skills. Vision and Mission

Our Vision:
As one team, we enable the safety and prosperity of the world.

Our Mission:
We partner with our Customers to TRIUMPH over their hardest aerospace, defense, and industrial challenges to deliver value to our stakeholders.

Our Values:
1.Integrity – Do the right thing for our stakeholders. We value safety, diversity, and respect.
2.Teamwork – Win as One team-one company. Solicit help and assist others.
3.Continuous Improvement – Pursue zero defect quality. Attack problems and relentlessly raise the bar.
4.Innovation – Passion for growing the business. Lead through ingenuity and entrepreneurship.
5.Act with Velocity – Partner, anticipate and communicate. Proactively solve problems. 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 30 pounds. EHS
Employees are responsible for the Health, Safety, and Welfare of themselves, the environment, and other people. All employees must comply with EHS policy training and instructions, help to maintain a safe and clean working environment, and use any Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by the Company.

Employees must report any accidents, incidents, and near misses to management. Additionally, employees are expected to notify management of any dangerous or potentially dangerous situations or practices. Code of Conduct
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the TRIUMPH behaviors captured within our core values: Integrity, Teamwork, Continuous Improvement, Innovation, and Act with Velocity.

Detailed definitions are below and performance metrics for each behavior can be found on our intranet and is embedded within our Performance Management processes. All employees are expected to represent the values and maintain the standards contained in TRIUMPH’s Code of Conduct.