 |
| Job Title |
|
Quality Surveyor - Machining |
| Location |
|
Wolverhampton, West Midlands |
| Job Number |
|
107751616 |
| Posted |
|
20/02/2012 (09:23) |
| Agency/Employer |
|
Goodrich |
Description
|
|
As part of continued growth and expansion, Goodrich Actuation Systems in Wolverhampton is currently seeking a Quality Surveyor to join the Manufacturing area of its Military Machining division
Key tasks
* Part of a team driving towards a perfect quality policy within Manufacturing area of Military Machining.
* Review and approval of First Article Inspections on a variety of product types
* Raise documentation to address obsolescence/non-conformances identified during normal working activities.
* Support the development and execution of department metrics on quality issues
* Act as a liaison to suppliers and aid resolution of issues raised as part of the FAI process
* Support Supplier Quality activities regarding training with regard to FAI issues.
* Provide coverage for Goods Inwards and Final Inspection
* Support site Quality/Improvement systems and initiatives - AS9100A / AS9102, FRACAS, Audit Programme, improvement plans etc.
* Support & conduct site, departmental audit programmes and update the Pilgrim system.
* Lead and participate in 8D and A3 problem solving process.
* Support training matrix and update when required.
* Update and maintain quality display board.
Key skills
* A working knowledge of AS9102 First Article Inspection
* Able to read and understand engineering drawings
* Exposure to an Aerospace standard production organisation
* Competent in the use of a wide variety of measuring equipment and able to carry out R and R analysis.
* Computer literate - Microsoft Excel, Word, CINCOM/MRP experience desirable.
* Knowledge of Visual FAIR desirable
* Knowledge of Quality/Improvement procedures and standards
* Continuous Improvement/Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma practitioner an advantage
* Ability to communicate effectively with suppliers and customers, both internal and external at all levels.
* Able to express complex issues in both verbal and written communication both internal and external to the business
* Audit experience would be an advantage
* Able to identify and resolve problems
Personal characteristics
* Flexible approach with willingness to work as part of a team
* Calm under pressure and responsive to change
* Good communication skills
* Able to work on own initiative
From time to time the successful candidate may be required by the Company to perform other tasks which are not included in the above description, but are within the capabilities of the individual and where necessary training will be given.
|
| Job Type |
|
Permanent |
| Contract Length |
|
N/A |
| Start Date |
|
ASAP |
| Contact Details |
|
 |
|
|
|
|
|
| Job Title |
|
Programme Manager - Support |
| Location |
|
Wolverhampton, West Midlands |
| Job Number |
|
107750623 |
| Posted |
|
16/02/2012 (17:33) |
| Agency/Employer |
|
Goodrich |
| Description
|
|
Role summary:
An exciting opportunity for a Programme Manager within Goodrich Actuation Systems. The role requires experienced, high achieving individuals reporting to the Programme Director to take responsibility for projects across GAS.
Principal Accountabilities:
The job holder will support the business by Programme Management of complex activities across GAS and being involved on both a cross functional and multi site basis; The successful candidate will�
*Assist a multi-disciplined group of people by the implementation of the effective standard programme management processes
*To be accountable for the achievement of contracted and targeted project objectives
*Creating, maintaining and effectively communicating project plans and resource profiles to cover:
1. Site expansions
2. Effective negotiating, planning and acquiring the necessary resources to achieve project deliverables
3. GPI Implementation
4. Ensure that each program is using the GLPD (Goodrich Lean Product Development) key measures
5. Develop the risk management tools and metrics in collaboration with the relevant program leads
6. Creating and managing project cash flows, budgets, forecasts and earned value analyses
7. Delivery of Programme Management Procedures
8. Team Centre and SAP integration
9. Product Standardisation
10. CCC Transfers
* Engineering
* Machining
* Assembly and Test
*Supporting Project Status Reviews to Customer and Goodrich Senior Management
*Ensure Key Project Indicators are tracked, maintained and reported on a regular basis
*Identifying and implementing continuous improvement ideas and methodology
*Depending on current home location, ability to travel locally and internationally on average 30%
|
| Job Type |
|
Permanent |
| Contract Length |
|
N/A |
| Start Date |
|
ASAP |
| Contact Details |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Job Title |
|
Programme Manager - TeamCenter |
| Location |
|
Wolverhampton, West Midlands |
| Job Number |
|
107750599 |
| Posted |
|
16/02/2012 (17:17) |
| Agency/Employer |
|
Goodrich |
| Description
|
|
Role summary:
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced programme manager to lead a cross functional, multi disciplined team. The role requires experienced, high achieving individuals reporting to the Programme Director to take responsibility for projects across Goodrich Actuation Systems. The successful applicant will take responsibility for the implementation of TeamCenter across both GAS and ECEPs, and for the interface with both Goodrich Enterprise and the solution provider, Siemens. The primary objective of the role is to ensure the implementation of Team Centre as an engineering tool together with ensuring key deliverables for related systems such as SAP are available to support business needs and in line with budgetary forecasts.
Principal Accountabilities:
Establish and implement robust plans at all levels that deliver the project timescales and budgetary objectives.
Work with the project manager, functional analyst, functional team members and SAP team to develop and manage scope, assign and schedule resources, and to monitor deliverable progress
Resolve issues that impact the ability of the Teamcenter team to deliver the project goals
Day-to-day management of the functional team
As part of the day to day management process, develop plans with the team to cover:
1.Rationalisation of business processes across the GAS / ECEPS utilizing Lean tools
2.Interact with the other team leads to ensure optimization of the end-to-end processes
3.Obtain buy-in from both the business owners and end users
4.Conduct events and presentations to validate business processes and solutions
5.Work closely with the TeamCenter and engineering team to ensure training is developed and plan is executed
6.Support data cleansing activities throughout the business
7.Manage the execution of system unit testing and integration testing
8.Co ordinate approve the Teamcenter solution
Ensure business expertise is available to the project team
Ensure effective post-implementation support is established for the business
|
| Job Type |
|
Permanent |
| Contract Length |
|
N/A |
| Start Date |
|
ASAP |
| Contact Details |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Job Title |
|
Manufacturing Engineer - Advanced Manufacturing |
| Location |
|
Wolverhampton, West Midlands |
| Job Number |
|
107749254 |
| Posted |
|
14/02/2012 (13:49) |
| Agency/Employer |
|
Goodrich |
| Description
|
|
Role summary:
As part of Goodrich Actuation Systems (GAS) strategy to become the Fastest Improving Company a new strategic initiative and team are being established to promote Advanced Manufacturing (AM) within GAS. This role focuses on leading and facilitating the implementation of technology improvements throughout GAS.
The role will also include supporting and implementing the GLPDS (Goodrich Lean Development System) process within GAS to ensure consistent best practice is implemented across the business for NPI and new technologies.
Development and role out of standardised Manufacturing Engineering Processes and Procedures across the business to ensure consistency and standardisation.
Principal Accountabilities -
Be a recognised expert resource for manufacturing and resolving technical issues.
Assist in creating a proven robust manufacturing process.
Project manage and facilitate AM projects across GAS including coordination of external technical specialists in the implementation of these projects.
Ensure that all customer requirements are established and adhered to as part of any AM projects
Support the identification and justification of AM projects (Improvement/Waste Elimination/Cost Reduction) within GAS including Scope/DCF/AR to ensure validity of projects.
Responsibility to support the identification, ordering and commissioning of AM technologies and equipment
Support the development and role out of a robust NPI processes for manufacturing areas (machining) in line with the GLPDS to support the GAS Prototyping Strategy.
Develop working practices that are appropriate to a Lean manufacturing environment including Lean events, Risk Assessments and PDPRs
Regular reporting on project status and outcomes
Travel to GAS sites (including International) to support AM project management requirements and project implementation
Personal Characteristics:
Qualified to HNC or higher, with manufacturing experience
Able to read Engineering drawings and CMM reports
Thorough understanding and experience of manufacturing / machining processes
Self-motivated in order to achieve World-Class results within limited time scales.
Interpersonal skills developed to be able to communicate effectively at all levels.
Ability to work within/across multiple teams.
Flexibility and availability to travel to different sites as and when required
Possesses the necessary enthusiasm, desire to succeed and discipline to achieve significant results for the organization.
Some experience of the following:
- Machining/manufacturing processes and New Product Introduction (NPI)
- HMSCAPP planning system / Autocad LT98 / Cadcam
Turning, Milling, grinding and CMM programming
- Exposure and knowledge of special processes
IT literate Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Word, Outlook & MS Project)
From time to time the successful candidate may be required by the Company to perform other tasks which are not included in the above description, but are within the capabilities of the individual and where necessary training will be given.
|
| Job Type |
|
Permanent |
| Contract Length |
|
N/A |
| Start Date |
|
ASAP |
| Contact Details |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Job Title |
|
Design Engineer - Principal |
| Salary/rate |
|
£35000 - £45000/annum |
| Location |
|
Wolverhampton, West Midlands |
| Job Number |
|
107694791 |
| Posted |
|
14/02/2012 (13:29) |
| Agency/Employer |
|
Goodrich |
| Description
|
|
Role Summary:
The Design Engineer will provide conceptual design support and maintain and develop the design integrity of actuation products within a multi-disciplinary Engineering team.
The Design Engineer will:
• Play a major role in winning new business through the definition of technically discriminating and innovative products.
• Provide design support at all stages of the design process from initial requirements capture and proposal preparation, through detail design to manufacture and qualification.
Principal Accountabilities:
• Generation of design concepts and configurations of a wide range of actuation systems which may consist of hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical or mechanical elements i.e. hydraulic actuators, hydraulic valve blocks, gearboxes, ballscrew actuators etc.
• Design support at all stages of the design process from initial requirements capture and proposal preparation, through detail design to manufacture and qualification within a multi-disciplinary engineering team, including but not limited to: -
• Ensuring adherence to the design process whilst meeting timescale requirements.
• Developing optimised product designs in terms of cost, weight and robustness by challenging existing designs and offering new ideas.
• Liaising with customers and suppliers to resolve design issues and presenting design reviews.
• Ensuring correct installation between products within a GAS supplied system and interfacing equipment.
• Producing tolerance analysis and manufacturing drawings.
• Ensuring the product design is complete in terms of addressing all robustness and in-service requirements as well as customer and regulatory authority requirements
• Being involved in problem solving activities throughout the manufacturing, qualification and in service phases of a project.
To succeed in this role you will:
• Have a strong engineering background with knowledge of machine design, electro- hydraulic and/or electro-mechanical equipment product configurations.
• Able to demonstrate a track record of front end design engineering application.
• Degree or engineering equivalent (preferably Mechanical Engineering).
Goodrich Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, is a global supplier of systems and services to the aerospace, defence and homeland security markets. With more than $6 billion in annual revenues, Goodrich has one of the broadest portfolios of products in the aerospace industry. The company serves a global customer base, with over 24,000 employees across approximately 90 manufacturing and service facilities in 16 countries worldwide.
|
| Job Type |
|
Permanent |
| Contract Length |
|
N/A |
| Start Date |
|
|
| Contact Details |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Job Title |
|
Lead Mechanical Systems Engineer |
| Salary/rate |
|
£32000 - £45000/annum Healthcare, pension & bonus scheme |
| Location |
|
Wolverhampton, West Midlands |
| Job Number |
|
107694904 |
| Posted |
|
14/02/2012 (13:28) |
| Agency/Employer |
|
Goodrich |
| Description
|
|
Goodrich Actuation Systems is a market leader in the supple of safety critical flight controls and aircraft actuation systems.
The Engineering team is growing and we need Lead Mechanical Systems Engineers.
This is a product development role. The focus of this role is the system design of safety critical mechanical systems for aircraft actuation such as Thrust reversers, flap and slat systems and missile fin actuation. Systems are typically electrically or hydraulically powered and comprise of motors, gearboxes, transmission, brakes, actuators and sensors.
The candidate will work with the customer to understand their requirements and, working with a multi-disciplinary team, lead the design of an architecture that will meet their performance and safety requirements. The candidate will be responsible for developing requirements for system components and working with suppliers in the development of those components. The candidate will be responsible for developing test schedules to enable integration and system proving and may be involved in hands-on testing.
The candidate will work closely with Electronic Systems Engineers where electronic control forms part of the system solution.
Key aspects of the work include:
• Direction of a team of typically up to 6 systems engineers
• Working with the customer to understand the requirements
• Design of system architecture that meets performance and safety requirements
• Specification and selection of system components
• Requirements Management
• Mentoring junior engineers
To succeed is this role you will:
• Be Engineering degree qualified
• Able to demonstrate extensive experience in mechanical actuation system design in areas such as aircraft, trains, automotive or off-highway vehicles.
• Have led the design and analysis of mechanical systems.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with suppliers.
• Experienced in the systems engineering methodology.
|
| Job Type |
|
Permanent |
| Contract Length |
|
N/A |
| Start Date |
|
ASAP |
| Contact Details |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Job Title |
|
Principle Engineer, Electric Motor and Drive Systems |
| Salary/rate |
|
£30000 - £43000/annum Pension and bonus scheme |
| Location |
|
Wolverhampton, West Midlands |
| Job Number |
|
107695081 |
| Posted |
|
14/02/2012 (13:28) |
| Agency/Employer |
|
Goodrich |
| Description
|
|
Goodrich Actuation Systems is a market leader in the supple of safety critical flight controls and aircraft actuation systems.
The applicant will work as part of an integrated product team as the authority on electric motor drives. They will work with the product team to develop system designs that incorporate electric drives, to specify the electric drives and work with suppliers in the realisation of those drives.
Principle Accountabilities:
• Hold responsibility for the design of electric drives into aeronautical actuation systems
• Interface with the suppliers and customer on all aspects of the electrical motor and drive system design and verification
• Apply Electronic systems engineering expertise to develop optimum design solutions that satisfy the customer whilst retaining commercial viability
• Ensure that electrical and electronic products are designed with full regard to available technology, in-service reliability, cost and schedule
• De-risk current product introduction with respect to electrical and electronics issues
• Generate Electronic sub system and unit level specifications from the requirements derived from the system design activity
• Generate Electronic system design definition documentation to describe the design solution and the rationale behind it
• Provide requirements management to ensure complete project demands are met from both the customer and internally, including the generation of validation and verification compliance statements
• To produce test plans in support of integration and system verification
• Co-ordinate other engineering disciplines to provide the required validation and verification of electric motor and drive systems
• Produce systems engineering planning documentation to define how the systems engineering activities of a project will be controlled
• Responsible for the integration of the systems aspects of projects, ensuring that all functional, performance, reliability and safety requirements are satisfied
• Proposal writing and management
To succeed in this role you have:
• An engineering degree qualification or equivalent
• Very good knowledge of electric motors and their control
• Experience in the application of electrical interface devices to control systems.
• High level electronics and / or electrical product introduction capability
• Significant engineering experience within transport, nuclear, military, automotive or other safety related industries
|
| Job Type |
|
Permanent |
| Contract Length |
|
N/A |
| Start Date |
|
ASAP |
| Contact Details |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Job Title |
|
Performance Engineer |
| Salary/rate |
|
£35000 - £43000/annum Healthcare, pension & bonus scheme |
| Location |
|
Wolverhampton, West Midlands |
| Job Number |
|
107695051 |
| Posted |
|
14/02/2012 (13:28) |
| Agency/Employer |
|
Goodrich |
| Description
|
|
Goodrich Actuation Systems is a market leader in the supple of safety critical flight controls and aircraft actuation systems.
The Performance Engineer provides design analysis support to a multi-disciplinary project team. He will ensure that Goodrich Actuation Systems equipment is engineered to fully achieve all the customer performance requirements in a robust and predictable manner.
The Performance Engineer is required to:
Provide support during initial design configuration to fully capture all system requirements relating to performance.
Provide preliminary parameterisation of concept designs to assist in the selection of the optimum system configuration for a given set of requirements.
Provide detailed parameterisation of the chosen system concept to support the system design activity.
Use mathematical analysis/dynamic simulation to provide validation of compliance with all system performance requirements, reported in a Performance Analysis document as required to support system qualification.
Define limits for performance related system tests and review system development/qualification test results to validate the design analysis.
Objectives:
Manage performance related issues within the NPI team
Ensure that all lessons learnt are embodied in new designs so that errors are not repeated
Define all performance requirements for a project within the team
Perform production of performance analyses within the team
Validate system test data during qual against performance analysis assumptions
Raise issues and concerns with the Chief Performance and Lead Engineer/Engineering Technical Manager
Skills Required
Broad engineering background, with a knowledge of fluid mechanics, solid mechanics, mathematics, control, heat transfer.
Experience of modelling the dynamics of non-linear systems.
Computer literate, with a knowledge of specialist analysis software (eg. Matlab, Simulink)
|
| Job Type |
|
Permanent |
| Contract Length |
|
N/A |
| Start Date |
|
ASAP |
| Contact Details |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Job Title |
|
Stress Engineer |
| Salary/rate |
|
£35000 - £45000/annum |
| Location |
|
Wolverhampton, West Midlands |
| Job Number |
|
107694835 |
| Posted |
|
14/02/2012 (13:28) |
| Agency/Employer |
|
Goodrich |
| Description
|
|
Role Summary:
Goodrich Actuation Systems requires a Stress Engineer to work within a multi-disciplinary team of project engineers, technical specialists and technical leads.
• Tasks will include the project and detail stress analysis of components including Hydraulic Pressure Vessels and Control Units, Housings, Piston Rods, Gears, Bearings, Shafts and Ball-Screws.
• Project involvement may include the analysis of primary and secondary flight controls including hydraulic, geared, mechanical and electro-mechanical actuators.
• Required to produce load analyses, stress calculations, engineering documentation including stress plans and stress reports. Will have an input to development and qualification testing.
The Project Stress Engineer role, requiring substantial relevant experience and product knowledge, will be expected to take full responsibility for all stress aspects in connection with a project, including the approval of Bodyline Drawings, Manufacturing Drawings and Concessions.
Principal Accountabilities:
Accountable to the appropriate Technical Lead for the timely delivery of project deliverables including: -
Design and detail stress calculations.
Input to the definition of design schemes and detail drawings.
Documentation including stress plans and stress reports.
Accountable to the Chief Stress Engineer for the quality and completeness of analysis and related documentation and stress approvals.
Basic Qualifications:
• Preferably Degree Qualified in Mechanical Engineering, similar engineering or science subject, possessing aircraft actuation product knowledge.
• Experience of stress analysis including the preparation of classical `hand’ calculations, PC based analysis tools and finite element analysis.
• Knowledge of structures, hydro-mechanical and electro-mechanical actuation systems.
• Knowledge of materials; their mechanical, static and fatigue properties.
• Understanding of the influence of manufacturing processes on the strength of components.
• Analytical, problem solving approach.
|
| Job Type |
|
Permanent |
| Contract Length |
|
N/A |
| Start Date |
|
ASAP |
| Contact Details |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Job Title |
|
Development Engineer / Test Engineer |
| Salary/rate |
|
£25000 - £35000/annum Pension and bonus scheme |
| Location |
|
Wolverhampton, West Midlands |
| Job Number |
|
107694907 |
| Posted |
|
14/02/2012 (13:28) |
| Agency/Employer |
|
Goodrich |
| Description
|
|
Goodrich Actuation Systems is a market leader in the supple of safety critical flight controls and aircraft actuation systems.
The Development Engineer is responsible for setting up and carrying out Development and Qualification testing in accordance with Goodrich approved test procedures. Ability to follow test procedures explicitly, record and analyse data is a key function of the role.
Principle Accountabilities:
• Build of Engineering units, mounting to and operation of Production Test Rigs.
• Performing Functional / Acceptance tests on engineering units.
• Correct interpretation of test parameters and requirements.
• Build and dry running of Qualification test set ups.
• Performing Qualification Tests where required, monitoring and recording of test data.
• Keeping accurate test records, analysis of results vs. requirements.
• Operation of Engineering Qualification test rigs
• Management of off-site testing including transportation, assembly and commissioning of all necessary support equipment.
• Generation and issue of Qualification / Development documentation.
• Management of post test inspection requirements for engineering hardware.
Personal Characteristics
• ONC / HNC qualified in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• Proven ability to define engineering test fixtures and instrumentation required to successfully perform Qualification tests.
• Good practical knowledge and understanding of hydro-mechanical engineering principles.
• Knowledge of electrical, electro-mechanical and electronics would be beneficial.
• Proven capability in development and qualification testing.
• Proven capability of technical problem resolution.
• Proven ability in understanding aerospace test specifications.
|
| Job Type |
|
Permanent |
| Contract Length |
|
N/A |
| Start Date |
|
ASAP |
| Contact Details |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Job Title |
|
Project Manager - Advanced Manufacturing Engineering |
| Location |
|
Wolverhampton, West Midlands |
| Job Number |
|
107744001 |
| Posted |
|
14/02/2012 (13:27) |
| Agency/Employer |
|
Goodrich |
| Description
|
|
Role summary:
As part of Goodrich Actuation Systems (GAS) Strategy to become the "Fastest Improver" a new strategic initiative and team are being established to lead the development and promotion of Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (AME) within GAS.
This role focuses on leading the implementation of advanced manufacturing processes and systems improvements throughout GAS worldwide. Included in this remit is the management of innovation projects run in conjunction within AxRC/external research establishments and also the GAS Technology Team.
This role is key to the promotion and implementation of innovation within GAS, enabling step changes in our manufacturing technologies and processes in pursuit of becoming early adopters within the industry.
The role will also include supporting and implementing the GPI (Goodrich Product Introduction) process within GAS to ensure consistent best practice is implemented across the business for NPI and new technologies.
Principal Accountabilities -
* The management and co-ordination of Advanced Manufacturing Engineering projects within GAS's worldwide facilities. Also management of GAS projects being run on our behalf by external research and development establishments.
* The promotion of Innovation within the development of new manufacturing processes at GAS.
* Management of the AME project governance process.
* Co-ordination, facilitation or management of projects established to support GAS's Technology Teams and the associated MRL (Manufacturing Readiness Level) process.
* Working across GAS to ensure alignment is achieved between the Manufacturing Engineering, Technologies, Operations and associated functions to enable effective implementation and launch of new technologies via the MRL process.
* Co-ordination of AME Project management tools and Obeya across GAS for new manufacturing technology projects.
* Where required generation of AR's to support launch of AME Projects and also identification and capture of external funding in support of projects.
* Identification of Goodrich "Best Practice" for the manufacturing engineering function and adoption where applicable
* Support the implementation of "Knowledge Based Systems" within the Manufacturing Engineering function to support knowledge sharing across GAS
* Management of project risk as defined by the Goodrich Risk Management procedures
* Management of budgets defined to support the project and also with AXRC parties.
* Regular reporting on project status and outcomes
* Travel to GAS sites (including International) to support AME project management requirements and project implementation is a critical part of this role
Personal Characteristics:
* Qualified in an Engineering discipline to Graduate Level or higher, with at least 5+ years experience preferably in a manufacturing organisation.
* The ability to think outside the realms of GAS's current processes in the promotion of innovation looking at problems from a number of different angles.
* Project Management experience within a manufacturing environment
* Experience of managing innovation projects including the identification and management of the project risks.
* Ability to operate between operational and senior levels within the business and also across multiple sites and also external parties.
* Demonstrated communication and influencing skills at all levels of the business
* Ability to lead and work within / across multiple teams.
* Good organisational and analytical ability/skills
* Proven to be able to think systematically and creatively with a desire to implement and roll out robust solutions
* An understanding and experience of manufacturing / machining /assembly processes
* Self-motivated & willingness to take ownership in order to achieve Best In Class results within limited time scales.
* Flexibility and availability to travel to different sites as and when required
* Possesses the necessary enthusiasm, desire to succeed and discipline to achieve significant results for the organization in a supportive team environment
* IT literate - Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Word, Outlook & MS Project)
* Some experience of the following:
- Machining / manufacturing processes and New Product Introduction (NPI)
- Knowledge of external/government technology project funding/grant processes.
- Knowledge of Manufacturing systems and processes to support the Manufacturing Engineering function
From time to time the successful candidate may be required by the Company to perform other tasks which are not included in the above description, but are within the capabilities of the individual and where necessary training will be given.
Goodrich Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, is a global supplier of systems and services to the aerospace, defense and homeland security markets. With more than $6 billion in annual revenues, Goodrich has one of the broadest portfolios of products in the aerospace industry. The company serves a global customer base, with over 24,000 employees across approximately 90 manufacturing and service facilities in 16 countries worldwide.
|
| Job Type |
|
Permanent |
| Contract Length |
|
N/A |
| Start Date |
|
ASAP |
| Contact Details |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Job Title |
|
Project Manager - Aerospace Engineering |
| Location |
|
Wolverhampton, West Midlands |
| Job Number |
|
107743913 |
| Posted |
|
14/02/2012 (13:27) |
| Agency/Employer |
|
Goodrich |
| Description
|
|
Role summary:
An exciting opportunity for a Project Manager has arisen within the High Lift Value Stream in Actuation Systems. The role requires experienced, high achieving individuals reporting to the High Lift Programme Manager to take responsibility for leading a team of people to achieve business and customer deliverables associated with the System Development, Qualification, Demonstration and Initial Production phases of the project.
Principal Accountabilities:
The job holder will support the Programme Management team to achieve the business and customer deliverables associated with the project and be accountable for;
Leading a multi-disciplined group of people to achieve contracted and targeted project objectives On Time and In Full (OTIF)
Creating, maintaining and effectively communicating project plans and resource profiles
Creating and managing project cash flows, budgets, forecasts and earned value analyses
Identifying and implementing cost reduction and other financial enhancement initiatives
Change management coordination & tracking to enable cost recovery from customer
Supporting approval for, proposing and negotiating contract change amendments
Supporting customer satisfaction surveys against agreed and structured success criteria
Supporting Project Status Reviews to Customer and Goodrich Senior Management
Negotiating and acquiring the necessary resources to achieve project deliverables
Ensuring compliance to the Goodrich New Product Introduction (NPI) process and Customer Contract/Statement of work
Ensure Key Project Indicators are tracked, maintained and reported on a regular basis
Identifying and implementing continuous improvement ideas and methodology
Personal Characteristics:
The successful candidate will have a comprehensive range of skills or potential including:
Good organisational and analytical ability including competence with general IT tools (ie MS Office)
Knowledge of project management IT tools (MS Project) and earned value techniques would be an advantage
Demonstrable track record of high performance standards used to deliver committed objectives
Abundant leadership and communication skills
Strong financial awareness
Passionate desire to excel against demanding customer expectations
Ability to think creatively and wisely apply your influential personality
A passion to take ownership and deliver as both leader and member in a winning and supportive team environment
Educated to graduate level
Experience or enjoyment of working within a complex business situation.
Willing to travel and to work flexible hours to support communication across different time zones
An engineering background preferably with experience in development of aircraft actuation systems.
From time to time the successful candidate may be required by the Company to perform other tasks which are not included in the above description, but are within the capabilities of the individual and where necessary training will be given.
|
| Job Type |
|
Permanent |
| Contract Length |
|
N/A |
| Start Date |
|
ASAP |
| Contact Details |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Job Title |
|
Manufacturing Engineer - Advanced Manufacturing |
| Location |
|
Wolverhampton, West Midlands |
| Job Number |
|
107744146 |
| Posted |
|
14/02/2012 (13:27) |
| Agency/Employer |
|
Goodrich |
| Description
|
|
Role summary:
As part of Goodrich Actuation Systems (GAS) Strategy to become the "Fastest Improver" a new strategic initiative and team are being established to promote Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (AME) within GAS. This role focuses on leading and facilitating the implementation of advanced manufacturing technology improvements throughout GAS.
The role will also include supporting and implementing the GPI (Goodrich Product Introduction) process within GAS to ensure consistent best practice is implemented across the business for NPI and new technologies.
Development and role out of standardised Manufacturing Engineering Processes and Procedures across the business to ensure consistency and standardisation.
Principal Accountabilities -
* Be a recognised expert resource for manufacturing and resolving technical issues.
* Assist and facilitate creating a proven robust manufacturing, processing or assembly process with the implementation of automation or advance technology solutions.
* Project manages and facilitates AME projects across GAS including coordination of external technical specialists in the implementation of these projects.
* Ensure that all customer requirements are established and adhered to as part of any AME projects
* Support the identification and justification of AME projects (Improvement/Waste Elimination/Cost Reduction) within GAS including Scope and Capital Expenditure justifications to ensure validity of projects.
* Responsibility to support the identification, ordering and commissioning of AM technologies and equipment
* Support the development and role out of a robust NPI processes for manufacturing areas (Assembly & Test/Machining/Processing) in line with the GPI and in support of the GAS Prototyping Strategy.
* Develop working practices that are appropriate to a Lean manufacturing environment including Lean events, Risk Assessments and PDPR's (Policy Deployment Progress Review's)
* Regular reporting on project status and outcomes
* Travel to GAS sites (including International) to support AME project management requirements and project implementation
Basic Qualifications: Personal Characteristics:
* Qualified to HNC or higher, with at least 5+ years manufacturing experience.
* Able to read Engineering drawings and CMM reports
* Experience of DFM/A/Automation and implementation of assembly cells
* Experienced in the implementation of automation and advanced technology solutions.
* Thorough understanding and experience of manufacturing/assembly processes
* Self-motivated in order to achieve World-Class results within limited time scales.
* Interpersonal skills developed to be able to communicate effectively at all levels.
* Ability to work within/across multiple teams.
* Flexibility and availability to travel to different sites as and when required
* Possesses the necessary enthusiasm, desire to succeed and discipline to achieve significant results for the organization.
* Some experience of the following:
- Machining/assembly/manufacturing processes related to New Product Introduction (NPI)
- HMSCAPP planning system / Autocad LT98 / Cadcam
- Exposure and knowledge of special processes
* IT literate - Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Word, Outlook & MS Project)
From time to time the successful candidate may be required by the Company to perform other tasks which are not included in the above description, but are within the capabilities of the individual and where necessary training will be given.
% Travel Required: 40 - 50%
(estimated split 10-30% - UK & 20-30% - International)
Goodrich Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, is a global supplier of systems and services to the aerospace, defense and homeland security markets. With more than $6 billion in annual revenues, Goodrich has one of the broadest portfolios of products in the aerospace industry. The company serves a global customer base, with over 24,000 employees across approximately 90 manufacturing and service facilities in 16 countries worldwide.
|
| Job Type |
|
Permanent |
| Contract Length |
|
N/A |
| Start Date |
|
ASAP |
| Contact Details |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Job Title |
|
Machining & Assembly Team Manager |
| Location |
|
Wolverhampton, West Midlands |
| Job Number |
|
107748860 |
| Posted |
|
13/02/2012 (17:14) |
| Agency/Employer |
|
Goodrich |
| Description
|
|
Role summary:
Involved with the effective management of an operational unit to achieve customer satisfaction, quality, delivery and cost
Principle Accountabilities:
* Manage, lead and motivate the Value Stream operations team.
* Contribute to the strategic planning process of developing the Value Stream in line with the business manufacturing strategy.
* Ensure capacity and capability are continually planned and prioritised in order to meet agreed customer requirements On Time In Full (OTIF)
* Drive and co-ordinate project improvement activity ensuring effective monitoring and evaluation such that milestones are achieved and hazards are anticipated and resolved.
* Ensure the application of Lean, such that at all opportunities for continuous improvement/CI and waste elimination are identified and acted on.
* Ensure achievement of monthly, weekly and daily targets for output and effectiveness.
* Lead/co-lead Lean events to ensure waste is continually eliminated and cycle times are balanced to customer TAKT
* Identify training requirements for direct reports and initiate plans.
* To work to tight deadlines.
Personal Characteristics
* Qualified to degree level and/or possess experience of management in an operational role within a manufacturing business
* Competent change management skills with a commitment to quality, OTIF, team working and continuous improvement
* Energetic and results focused with experience of managing to agreed measures of performance and to tight deadlines
* Good level of communication and influencing skills
* Capable of developing with the value stream operation during a period of exponential growth.
* Lean leader/Green belt
From time to time the successful candidate may be required by the Company to perform other tasks which are not included in the above description, but are within the capabilities of the individual and where necessary training will be given.
|
| Job Type |
|
Permanent |
| Contract Length |
|
N/A |
| Start Date |
|
ASAP |
| Contact Details |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Job Title |
|
Logistics Engineer/Logistician |
| Location |
|
Wolverhampton, West Midlands |
| Job Number |
|
107748734 |
| Posted |
|
13/02/2012 (16:14) |
| Agency/Employer |
|
Goodrich |
| Description
|
|
Role Summary:
Provide Logistical and Customer Admin support to the business, ensuring Process and returns for external work and ensuring delivery to customers to be the fastest improver.
Principle Accountabilities:
Provide logistics support to module teams as their single point of contact.
Liaise and help develop module suppliers both internal and external.
Involvement in creation of Process and return schedules, along with relevant Team Leaders.
Accountable for adherence to agreed schedules working closely with Team Leaders to ensure daily targets are met.
Involvement and buy-in to medium term production forecasting, along with relevant Team Leaders & module management.
Optimise the return of manufactured parts for process (wet process and Heat treat) and ensure Customer satisfaction.
Manage MRP and planning parameters to ensure parts are ordered and delivered on time.
Produce and maintain schedules to achieve 100% OTIF to all customers.
Manage customer orders and re-schedules, in line with relevant procedure, ensuring they are reflected in the system
Ensure customer orders are processed to the correct drawing standard and take action as appropriate
Maintain good customer relations, with both internal and external customers
Allocate completed work to customer orders and maintain accurate records
Raise despatch paperwork, generating appropriate documents associated with orders and maintain auditable records
Raise relevant shipping and export documentation
Ensure relevant export documentation is in place and liase with site export controller as appropriate
Identify opportunities through the application of lean manufacturing techniques and principles.
Personal Characteristics:
A good understanding of manufacturing planning systems, preferably Aerovantix and internet portals
Good influential skills and ability to cope well under pressure.
Self motivated and proactive.
Strong communicator in a commercial environment.
An understanding of Manufacturing drawings and assembly and test processes would be beneficial.
Flexible and can-do attitude, willingness to participate as a full team member
Highly motivated with proven communication skills
Responsive to change and comfortable working in continuous improvement environment
Planning and organising skills with attention to detail, data input accuracy
Metal finishing/processing experience advantageous
Key Performance Indicators:
Module delivery performance
Module quality performance
Material intake
Purchase order raising performance
From time to time the successful candidate may be required by the Company to perform other tasks which are not included in the above description, but are within the capabilities of the individual and where necessary training will be given.
|
| Job Type |
|
Permanent |
| Contract Length |
|
N/A |
| Start Date |
|
ASAP |
| Contact Details |
|
|
|
|
|
|
