Kaman Aerospace Corporation
Overview
Kaman is seeking a Sr. Project Material Management Analyst / Tooling Engineer II to join the Engineering team in Middletown, CT. The role focuses on designing, developing, maintaining, and improving tooling and fixtures used in the manufacturing and assembly of legacy fuzing products. The position emphasizes sustaining existing tooling, addressing production challenges, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure tooling meets production requirements and industry standards. Key Responsibilities
Tooling Design and Development
Design and develop tooling and fixtures using SolidWorks, ensuring compatibility with legacy fuzing product manufacturing processes. Create detailed 2D and 3D drawings with GD&T to ensure precision and manufacturability. Develop new tooling solutions to address production challenges, improve efficiency, or support new product introductions as needed. Provide estimates for new tooling designs or modifications to existing tooling. Reverse engineer existing tooling where drawings do not exist or are hand-drawn.
Tooling Maintenance and Improvement
Populate the tooling preventative maintenance database, determine maintenance criteria for each tool, and execute maintenance as defined. Maintain and troubleshoot tooling to ensure operational reliability and minimize downtime. Analyze tooling performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance durability, precision, and production efficiency. Modify or repair tools and fixtures to accommodate design changes or resolve manufacturing issues.
Collaboration and Support
Work with Manufacturing, Quality, and Test Engineering teams to ensure tooling meets production and quality requirements. Provide technical support, assisting with tooling setup, operator training, and issue resolution. Participate in design reviews, providing input on tooling feasibility and manufacturability.
Documentation and Compliance
Create and maintain tooling designs, specifications, and work instructions using Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Ensure tooling designs comply with GD&T standards and industry regulations. Support safety, quality, and security protocols, including maintaining eligibility for a Secret security clearance.
Project Management
Manage small to medium tooling projects, including scoping, scheduling, and coordinating with vendors or internal machine shops for tool fabrication. Track project progress and report updates to management, ensuring timely delivery within budget.
Continuous Improvement
Identify opportunities to optimize tooling processes, reduce costs, and improve production throughput. Stay current with industry trends, materials, and technologies to recommend innovative tooling solutions.
Qualifications
Education : Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field. Experience : 2-5 years in tooling design, manufacturing engineering, or related role, preferably in an assembly or production environment. Proficiency with SolidWorks for 3D modeling and 2D drawing creation; familiarity with Product Document Management (PDM) software a plus. Proficiency in applying GD&T principles to tooling designs and drawings. Hands-on experience supporting manufacturing operations, preferably with established products or precision components. Skills and Abilities Strong proficiency in SolidWorks for designing tools and fixtures. Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for documentation and reporting. In-depth understanding of GD&T standards and their application in tooling design. Ability to learn local software packages and databases. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve tooling-related issues. Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Preferred : Experience in manufacturing environments for fuzing, aerospace, or defense industries. Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies. Knowledge of CNC machining, additive manufacturing, or other fabrication processes. Work Environment
The role is on-site at the manufacturing facility with regular interaction in machining, welding, and assembly areas. Candidate must adhere to safety protocols and be able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Kaman is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other protected characteristics protected by law. Kaman and all its related companies fully endorse equal opportunity for all. Kaman endeavors to make the careers website accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the Corporate Human Resources department at 860-243-7384. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. Notice Requirement: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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Kaman is seeking a Sr. Project Material Management Analyst / Tooling Engineer II to join the Engineering team in Middletown, CT. The role focuses on designing, developing, maintaining, and improving tooling and fixtures used in the manufacturing and assembly of legacy fuzing products. The position emphasizes sustaining existing tooling, addressing production challenges, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure tooling meets production requirements and industry standards. Key Responsibilities
Tooling Design and Development
Design and develop tooling and fixtures using SolidWorks, ensuring compatibility with legacy fuzing product manufacturing processes. Create detailed 2D and 3D drawings with GD&T to ensure precision and manufacturability. Develop new tooling solutions to address production challenges, improve efficiency, or support new product introductions as needed. Provide estimates for new tooling designs or modifications to existing tooling. Reverse engineer existing tooling where drawings do not exist or are hand-drawn.
Tooling Maintenance and Improvement
Populate the tooling preventative maintenance database, determine maintenance criteria for each tool, and execute maintenance as defined. Maintain and troubleshoot tooling to ensure operational reliability and minimize downtime. Analyze tooling performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance durability, precision, and production efficiency. Modify or repair tools and fixtures to accommodate design changes or resolve manufacturing issues.
Collaboration and Support
Work with Manufacturing, Quality, and Test Engineering teams to ensure tooling meets production and quality requirements. Provide technical support, assisting with tooling setup, operator training, and issue resolution. Participate in design reviews, providing input on tooling feasibility and manufacturability.
Documentation and Compliance
Create and maintain tooling designs, specifications, and work instructions using Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Ensure tooling designs comply with GD&T standards and industry regulations. Support safety, quality, and security protocols, including maintaining eligibility for a Secret security clearance.
Project Management
Manage small to medium tooling projects, including scoping, scheduling, and coordinating with vendors or internal machine shops for tool fabrication. Track project progress and report updates to management, ensuring timely delivery within budget.
Continuous Improvement
Identify opportunities to optimize tooling processes, reduce costs, and improve production throughput. Stay current with industry trends, materials, and technologies to recommend innovative tooling solutions.
Qualifications
Education : Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field. Experience : 2-5 years in tooling design, manufacturing engineering, or related role, preferably in an assembly or production environment. Proficiency with SolidWorks for 3D modeling and 2D drawing creation; familiarity with Product Document Management (PDM) software a plus. Proficiency in applying GD&T principles to tooling designs and drawings. Hands-on experience supporting manufacturing operations, preferably with established products or precision components. Skills and Abilities Strong proficiency in SolidWorks for designing tools and fixtures. Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for documentation and reporting. In-depth understanding of GD&T standards and their application in tooling design. Ability to learn local software packages and databases. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve tooling-related issues. Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Preferred : Experience in manufacturing environments for fuzing, aerospace, or defense industries. Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies. Knowledge of CNC machining, additive manufacturing, or other fabrication processes. Work Environment
The role is on-site at the manufacturing facility with regular interaction in machining, welding, and assembly areas. Candidate must adhere to safety protocols and be able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Kaman is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other protected characteristics protected by law. Kaman and all its related companies fully endorse equal opportunity for all. Kaman endeavors to make the careers website accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the Corporate Human Resources department at 860-243-7384. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. Notice Requirement: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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