6H6GI3-Manufacturing Planner 3 - 6F2-Spares, Retrofit & Mods (71078-1)

Job Description:

• The Manufacturing Engineering Technician plays a critical role in supporting the manufacturing engineering team by reviewing engineering drawing work statements, assessing their impact on retrofit processes, and coordinating with design engineers and service bulletin engineers to ensure seamless implementation of engineering changes. This position develops, implements, and maintains various manufacturing plans, Bill of Materials (BOM), defines and documents retrofit solutions. The technician assists with the development and integration of suppliers, processes, materials, data, and technology to meet manufacturing and delivery requirements, including reviewing supplier data to ensure compliance with manufacturing-related requirements.
• The role identifies tooling requirements, initiates tooling orders, and assists in tooling dispositions based on manufacturing and engineering needs. The technician investigates and resolves manufacturing-related issues of limited scope and supports producibility assessments for part or product designs. They provide input to design, manufacturing processes, and manufacturing technologies to meet cost and schedule targets. The role also involves developing work statements and sequencing of events to support delivery commitments, as well as assisting in the review, maintenance, and monitoring of internal documents. This position works under general supervision and requires strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills to facilitate effective collaboration between manufacturing and design teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and analyze engineering change requests (ECRs) to determine their impact on manufacturing processes, tooling, and assembly.
• Coordinate with design and service bulletin engineers to clarify technical details, resolve discrepancies, and ensure manufacturability of design changes.
• Participate in change board meetings to present findings, provide recommendations, and support decision-making related to engineering changes.
• Identify tooling requirements and initiate tooling orders based on manufacturing and engineering needs; assist in tooling dispositions.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action implementation related to manufacturing issues arising from design changes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including quality, manufacturing, supply chain, and design engineering to ensure smooth integration of changes into manufacturing.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a manufacturing engineering or technician role
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, engineering drawings, and technical documentation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Target Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 12 months
• Is this Req part of the VC25B, Phantomworks or Space and Launch Programs?: no
• Work Location/Building: 1 for Seattle, WA, 1 for Everett, WA
• What building number?: 2-25
• Remote, onsite or a combination of both?: onsite
• Are you okay with out-of-state candidates?: yes – if candidates are aware of contract work and contract could end at end of year.
• Shift Expectations (First, Second, Third): 1st
• Start/End Time: 6 AM PST – 2:30 PM
• Does this worker follow a 9x80 Work Schedule?: no
• OT/DOT expected?: some overtime
• Does this position require a U.S. Person for purposes of Export Compliance?: yes
• Requested Security Clearance: no
• Is Clearance Required to Start?: no
• Safety Sensitive? (DOD, EFO, FAA, FMCSA, NASA, Not Required): no
• Domestic travel required?: no
• International travel required?: no
• Are there any physical requirements/demands? no
• Does this work fall under the SCA – Service Contract Act? If unsure, are they part of the E4B and C-17 program? Or do their contractors receive additional benefits and holidays?: no
• MANAGER COMMUNICATION:
• Is the manager open to supplier communication? Email or phone: no
• Is the manager open to a supplier share call: no
• INTERVIEW/HIRING PROCESS
• Manager who will be interviewing candidates: manager, potentially one other interviewer
• Interviewing manager’s timeline to Interview (block off time on calendar): as soon as qualified candidates come through – 1-2 weeks
• What will the interview process look like? (ex: phone, in person, panel, etc.): Webex interview – ensure camera is on, mic is working, if they are local, it would be onsite – 2-25. 1 round
• Would there be any testing required during the interview process: maybe – if there is testing – looking at a blueprint and identifying key aspects of what team is looking for

Education / Experience:

• AA degree in related discipline and typically 3 or more years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.