Engr Methods & Material
Job Description
Posting Start Date:  9/30/26
Requisition ID:  15722
Wichita, KS, USA, 67209

What are your contributions to the team?

•    Define the most efficient method to fabricate and assemble components for kit requirements

•    Prepare concepts for interchangeability and part replacement as needed

•    Determine requirements for and implementation of new manufacturing equipment

•    Support process improvement initiatives by reviewing industry related publications for evolving certification standards and practices

•    Incorporate advancements into departmental process and procedures

•    Monitor project workflow and adjust personnel tasks to support project activities

•    Provide technical training and assistance for department

•    Ensure departmental and company policies are incorporated within all new document releases

•    Initiate and lead in program reviews, cost reduction initiatives, system modification and data management

•    Act as focal for Methods/Material for ROM bids for proposed projects/programs

•    Provide solutions to a variety of technical/business related problems of moderate scope and complexity

How to thrive in this role?

  • Minimum of 5 years experince in Methods, Material Planning, or a related field
  • Thorough knowledge of aircraft systems
  • Thorough knowledge of aircraft parts and location of installations
  • Thorough knowledge of CATIA v4 and/or v5 to include modeling and analysis
  • Thorough knowledge of technical principles and theories related to manufacturing fundamentals
  • Thorough knowledge of MRP principles and supply chain management
  • Thorough knowledge of CAS, SAP, MACPAC, and OSDB databases
  • Basic Project management skills necessary to participate on both inter-departmental and intra-departmental teams and special projects