TOOL DESIGN ENGINEER IV

The Marvin Group is a Strategic Partner for Global Alternate Mission Equipment and Sustainment

The Marvin Group, a leading defense contractor, plays a crucial role in the development and manufacturing of various systems for military aerospace and vehicles. Based in Southern California near the Los Angeles International Airport, The Marvin Group consists of Marvin Engineering (MEC), Marvin Test Solutions (MTS) and Marvin Land Systems (MLS).  Marvin Engineering designs and produces military Alternate Mission Equipment.  Marvin Test Solutions designs and manufactures armament Test Equipment. Marvin Land Systems specializes in the design and build of power and thermal management systems. For over 60 years we have maintained “A Tradition of Excellence”, serving as a trusted source for our unwavering commitment to supporting all branches of the Department of Defense and our global allies. Our collaboration extends across a diverse array of programs and platforms, including major military prime contractors such as Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and Raytheon.

POSITION SUMMARY: 

As a Tool Design Engineer, you will be responsible for designing tooling, fixturing, jigs, gauges and support equipment for production or research & development, considering such factors as accessibility, economy, mobility, and performance requirements. It also entails designing, organizing, implementing, and controlling activities related to tooling needs of Engineering and Operations. Tooling support for engineering and operations include new product development tools, inspection tools, production tool refurbishment and production tool improvements. While working closely with a fast-paced, agile team that produces high-performance and quality of Aircraft Auxiliary Equipment for the warfighter.

This position requires a strong background in aerospace manufacturing, tooling design with an emphasis on pneumatic, mechanical, and electro-mechanical components, assemblies, preferably for use in military or commercial aviation.  Works under limited supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Designing, organizing, implementing, and controlling activities related to tooling needs of Engineering and Operations
• Tooling support for engineering and operations include new product development tools, tool inspection, production tool refurbishment and production tool improvements
• Must be flexible and be able to work in a fast-paced environment in groups or individually
• Designs manufacturing tools, fixtures and jigs as required to ensure product designs with tight tolerances can be repeatedly manufactured. Analyzes part and assembly specifications and drawings to ensure tool design provides desired results.
• Develops tooling design concepts, executes tool designs and deploys tooling to aid in production processes and satisfies product build requirements. Manages tool design queue.
• Creates complete tooling drawings that will be made in-house or through suppliers and checks designs for compliance with safety, producibility, maintainability, reliability, ergonomic factors, and regulatory requirements
• Creates purchase requests and usage instructions for tooling and coordinates with suppliers and external resources needed in developing and implementing new tooling
• Evaluates and implements suggestions from manufacturing engineering, design engineering and production personnel to improve tooling, part handling, process controls and assembled part performance and tool life

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree in mechanical design or drafting or related concentration a minimum of 10 years experience in relevant tool design, preferably for military or commercial aviation. The candidate should have knowledge of manufacturing of mechanical components and assemblies with emphasis in complex electromechanical systems, or large structures.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience in creation of design tool concepts using hand sketches, and CAD tools.  CAD experience in CATIA V5 (preferred) and PDM SmarTeam is a plus.
• Must have previous knowledge of assembly fixture design practices and inspection fixture design criteria of ASME Y14.43-LATEST standard.
• Proficient in creating detail drawings, assembly drawings in accordance with ASME Y14.100-LATEST standard.
• Proficient in Geometrical dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) using ASME Y14.5-LATEST standard and stack-up analysis.
• Experience of Military standards and compliance rules and regulations mandated under the following quality and governmental standards: AS9100 & ITAR.
• Aircraft/aerospace tooling and product development background is required.
• 3D printing in PLA, composite and/or metal experience is a plus.

• Knowledge of manufacturing techniques and use of machinery including Programming of NC machines
• Experience in design of jigs, fixtures and tooling used for assembly of the final product.
• Must have knowledge of materials and metals processing, including Heat Treat and Coatings for aerospace requirements.
• Must be able to perform measurement and inspection processes.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.  Must be fluent in written and spoken English.
• Experience of Microsoft products is essential.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Medium-to-large office environment
• Must be flexible and be able to work in a fast-paced environment in groups or individually.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Exposed to a combination of normal office type environments.

SALARY RANGE:

Use Salary Range (Inglewood only): $100,000.00 to $140,000.00 yearly

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

There are typically no travel requirements for this position (0%)

NOTES:  This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this position's employee(s). Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by anyone authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to accommodate individuals with disabilities reasonably. To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at-will relationship.

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. All applicants must be “U.S. persons” within the meaning of ITAR, as defined: a U.S. Citizen, a lawful permanent resident, political asylee, or refugee.

Interested parties please apply online and submit resume to https://jobs.marvingroup.com/ 

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