Moog
Tool Designer
Moog, Elma, New York, United States, 14059
This position requires access to United States Export Controlled information.
Moog Aircraft Group
is the world-wide leader of advanced flight controls and actuation for commercial and military aircraft. We are positioned on virtually every aircraft flying today, supplying highly reliable systems that are supportable and add significant value for our customers.
Tool Designer
The primary responsibility of this role will be applying new manufacturing technologies for tooling, workholding gaging and automation support tooling to existing mature production and development programs. You'll take ownership and drive results performing challenging and non-routine tooling, gaging and fixture designs requiring the application of standard engineering techniques and procedures. In addition to the accountability for the assembly and manufacturing processes in East Aurora, NY you may also help support our other aircraft facilities worldwide as required.
Responsibilities:Use Siemens NX (Unigraphics) to create designs of cutting tools, fixtures, gages, automation support tooling and test equipment. The designs should be both economical to build and use.Work closely with Manufacturing Engineers, Product Engineers, Production shop and A&T Technicians to ensure the designs work as requested.Support the fabrication of complex machined parts and sub-assemblies by creating tooling, fixtures, and gaging to aid in the manufacturing and assembly of these parts and assemblies.Prepare detailed drawings of your designs. These detailed drawings may be used to manufacture the fixtures in the Moog Model Shop/Tool room or at a Moog Suppliers.Explore new work holding techniques and tooling to expand Moog's tooling and fixturing capabilities as we drive towards automated production cells, and advanced manufacturing technologies.Evaluate and develop new and emerging technologies in cutting tools and work holding for development and production machining and product assembly and test.Maintain contact with the Moog Tool Room and Outside suppliers regarding the economic manufacturability of your designs.Coordinate with various departments and team members so machining and assembly constraints are understood and the design will function in this environment.Estimate tooling, fixture and gaging design times.Recommend tooling, fixturing, gaging and automation support tooling concepts to help engineers manufacture and assemble complex components.Load, track and assist in managing the Tool workflow process using Jira.Basic Requirements:
A high school diploma, or equivalent, plus a minimum of five years' experience working as a tool and fixture designer or two years of technical training in this field, plus a minimum of two years working in drafting and design.Additional Requirements:
Strong tooling and/or fixture design experience.Strong CAD drafting and design skills are a must.Siemens NX (Unigraphics) experience is a plus.A knowledge of cutting tools, fixturing and gages used in precision machining.Tool/Die making/ Toolroom experience desired.Working knowledge of GD&T and how to apply it to tool and fixture designs.The ability to work as both an individual contributor and as part of a cross functional team.Applicant must have a working knowledge of precision machine shop practices, cutting tools, gaging, jig and fixture design.A progressive thinker and Self-starter to help advance our current methodologies and technologies.The ability to think and design "Outside the box".Experience with quick change fixturing is a plus.Experience with automation support tooling a plus.A "Lean Mindset" and leadership skills to drive change towards a "Lean factory" and "Standardized Work" is a plus. (Lean belt certification a plus)Excellent communication and documentation skills to work effectively with a variety of people.The ability to be a self-starter and motivated to complete tasks in a timely manner.Our Benefits:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits on day oneFlexible planned vacation401K, profit share, and employee stock purchase optionsTuition reimbursement programInclusive company cultureSalary Range:
The base pay range for this opportunity is $60,736.00 - $84,770.40
Pay Disclaimer:
The base pay range represents the low and high end of the Moog pay range or indicates the hourly rate for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on many factors such as skills, experience, certifications and performance. The rate listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include a profit share bonus, employee stock purchase plan, a flexible paid time off policy, competitive 401K plan with enhanced matching program, and many region-specific benefits.
EOE/AA Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran
Moog Aircraft Group
is the world-wide leader of advanced flight controls and actuation for commercial and military aircraft. We are positioned on virtually every aircraft flying today, supplying highly reliable systems that are supportable and add significant value for our customers.
Tool Designer
The primary responsibility of this role will be applying new manufacturing technologies for tooling, workholding gaging and automation support tooling to existing mature production and development programs. You'll take ownership and drive results performing challenging and non-routine tooling, gaging and fixture designs requiring the application of standard engineering techniques and procedures. In addition to the accountability for the assembly and manufacturing processes in East Aurora, NY you may also help support our other aircraft facilities worldwide as required.
Responsibilities:Use Siemens NX (Unigraphics) to create designs of cutting tools, fixtures, gages, automation support tooling and test equipment. The designs should be both economical to build and use.Work closely with Manufacturing Engineers, Product Engineers, Production shop and A&T Technicians to ensure the designs work as requested.Support the fabrication of complex machined parts and sub-assemblies by creating tooling, fixtures, and gaging to aid in the manufacturing and assembly of these parts and assemblies.Prepare detailed drawings of your designs. These detailed drawings may be used to manufacture the fixtures in the Moog Model Shop/Tool room or at a Moog Suppliers.Explore new work holding techniques and tooling to expand Moog's tooling and fixturing capabilities as we drive towards automated production cells, and advanced manufacturing technologies.Evaluate and develop new and emerging technologies in cutting tools and work holding for development and production machining and product assembly and test.Maintain contact with the Moog Tool Room and Outside suppliers regarding the economic manufacturability of your designs.Coordinate with various departments and team members so machining and assembly constraints are understood and the design will function in this environment.Estimate tooling, fixture and gaging design times.Recommend tooling, fixturing, gaging and automation support tooling concepts to help engineers manufacture and assemble complex components.Load, track and assist in managing the Tool workflow process using Jira.Basic Requirements:
A high school diploma, or equivalent, plus a minimum of five years' experience working as a tool and fixture designer or two years of technical training in this field, plus a minimum of two years working in drafting and design.Additional Requirements:
Strong tooling and/or fixture design experience.Strong CAD drafting and design skills are a must.Siemens NX (Unigraphics) experience is a plus.A knowledge of cutting tools, fixturing and gages used in precision machining.Tool/Die making/ Toolroom experience desired.Working knowledge of GD&T and how to apply it to tool and fixture designs.The ability to work as both an individual contributor and as part of a cross functional team.Applicant must have a working knowledge of precision machine shop practices, cutting tools, gaging, jig and fixture design.A progressive thinker and Self-starter to help advance our current methodologies and technologies.The ability to think and design "Outside the box".Experience with quick change fixturing is a plus.Experience with automation support tooling a plus.A "Lean Mindset" and leadership skills to drive change towards a "Lean factory" and "Standardized Work" is a plus. (Lean belt certification a plus)Excellent communication and documentation skills to work effectively with a variety of people.The ability to be a self-starter and motivated to complete tasks in a timely manner.Our Benefits:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits on day oneFlexible planned vacation401K, profit share, and employee stock purchase optionsTuition reimbursement programInclusive company cultureSalary Range:
The base pay range for this opportunity is $60,736.00 - $84,770.40
Pay Disclaimer:
The base pay range represents the low and high end of the Moog pay range or indicates the hourly rate for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on many factors such as skills, experience, certifications and performance. The rate listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include a profit share bonus, employee stock purchase plan, a flexible paid time off policy, competitive 401K plan with enhanced matching program, and many region-specific benefits.
EOE/AA Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran