ASSOCIATE PRODUCTION ENGINEER (6XBU)

Job Summary:

Assists in performing the coordination and integration of different departments to ensure that the aircraft or components are on schedule, mitigate risks in a timely manner, and the aircraft/components meets the Dassault quality and safety level.  The goal is to accomplish the production process in the smoothest, most judicious and most economical way.

Principal Duties/Responsibilities (Essential Functions):

Assists in assessing the risk induced by new tasks/reworks on the aircraft progress, defining action plans to negate those risks and proposing risk reduction plans for future improvement.

Participates in daily technical action plans and follow up with assembly team managers concerning assignment of tasks, operations and discrepancies to be performed on the aircraft/components according to the schedule and expected quality level.

Conduct daily monitoring of critical issues (to include but not limited to shortages, technical events and schedule with actions necessary to keep the line moving). Reports to the Business Unit Manager about critical issues with input regarding recommendations and actions to resolve them.

Coordinates with other departments as required ensuring materials, parts, documentation, engineering data, and other items are delivered to the aircraft or shop on time.

Participates in ways to identify and propose action plans to improve the process or product in regards to cost, schedule, quality, etc.).

Support aircraft/component transfers, projects, and new processes.  

Basic ability to conduct root cause analysis and define a corrective action plan.

Utilize support teams to maintain the aircraft/component production process and to improve the schedule.

Non-Principal Duties/Responsibilities (Non-Essential Functions):

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation Engineering, Business or related field. Completed, relevant education from an accredited college or university may be substituted with years of relevant work experience. 1 year of education = 2 years of experience.

Knowledge of engineering practices and challenges related to the management of the production process

Ability to research, analyze and recommend efficient production processes through production engineering concepts regarding work-study, ergonomics, operation research, root cause analysis, manufacturing management, materials management, production planning etc.

Ability to read, understand and communicate (both verbally and in writing) technical information contained in aircraft maintenance manuals, wiring diagrams, and engineering drawings.

Analytical and critical-thinking skills

Ability to troubleshoot problems by determining and following detailed action plans

Proficient in Microsoft Office to include Project and SharePoint skills

Must be able to function throughout the total facility, including up and down stairs and in and out of aircraft with or without reasonable accommodation.

Additional Desired Qualifications:

Fluent In French

Aeronautical Experience

FAA Airframe and Power plant licenses                           

Leadership Experience

Formal training in Lean/Continuous improvement

Formal training in project management

Knowledge of Visual Basic

Working Conditions:

Typical office and manufacturing environments.  Must be able to work for long periods at a computer terminal.  Cannot be sensitive to manufacturing environment and noise. Travel by surface and air to include international as required.

Compensation And Benefits

The compensation for this position typically falls between $58,000 and $78,000 per year.  This position is not eligible for overtime under FLSA guidelines.  This position may be eligible for relocation assistance.  Note, the final compensation offered to a successful candidate will depend on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of relevant experience, Falcon-specific experience, relevant education/certifications, geographic location, and shift. 

Our total compensation package also offers comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision), HSA and FSA options, 401k Plan with Company Match, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Supplemental Insurance, Group Legal, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts and much more.

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