Additive Manufacturing Engineer

Company

Located in Wimborne, Dorset, Eaton’s Aerospace division is a global leader in aerospace fuel systems, renowned for delivering fully integrated solutions for both fixed and rotary-wing aircraft. Our Wimborne facility specialises in cutting-edge air-to-air refuelling systems, advanced refuelling probes, air-to-air and air-to-ground launch systems utilising both pneumatic and pyrotechnic ejection technologies, as well as a range of Defensive Aids Sub-Systems. With over 80 years of industry experience, we are recognised as the world’s leading provider of air-to-air refuelling systems, offering fifth-generation solutions to Air Forces worldwide. Our legacy of innovation and technical excellence sets us apart as the most advanced air-to-air refuelling supplier on the global stage.

Mission

• Manufacturing Expertise: Serve as the primary expert in manufacturing, processing, and inspection techniques for additively manufactured products.
• Process Optimization: Develop and implement procedures and work instructions, focusing on continuous improvement initiatives to enhance cost-effectiveness and quality
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal customers, engineers, and AM process specialists to optimize additive manufacturing designs.
• Operational Oversight: Assist in the day-to-day operations of the Additive Center, ensuring a focus on post-processing and manufacturing improvements.
• Production Management: Oversee the creation and maintenance of production routers, ensuring accuracy in cycle times and pre-print activities, including plate preparation.
• Post-Processing: Manage post-print activities, including sawing, tumbling, and programming/running post-print machining on XYZ CNC lathe or mill
• Subcontract Management: Coordinate subcontracted post-print activities such as non-destructive testing and surface treatments
• Quality and Safety Compliance: Support the maintenance of a quality system within the AM center and enforce safe work practices

Profile

Qualifications

Manufacturing Experience in Aerospace

CAD Modeling experience: Solid works/AutoCAD

• Practical experience in mistake proofing (Poka-Yoke)
• Experienced in the design of simple jigs and fixtures.
• Proficient in the interpretation and application of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

Skills

• Experience of PFMEA and DFMEA processes
• Experience of PPAP / APQP [desirable]
• Health and Safety Qualification i.e. IOSH / NEBOSH [desirable]
• Continuous Improvement Certification i.e. green belt [desirable]
• Analytical approach to problem solving
• Ability to work independently
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Takes initiative and is willing to challenge the status quo
• Keeps calm and collective in high pressure scenarios