Career Opportunities: Manufacturing Engineer (2319)

Job Description

At our Lummen site, SABCA Limburg, we are specialized in the manufacturing of high-tech composite assemblies for aircraft. On the one hand, we produce integrated

skins for flaps and stabilizers using two automatic tape-layers and very large autoclaves and of course, our colleagues' extended know-how. In cooperation with the

Engineering office in Brussels, SABCA Limburg is also responsible for the flap track fairings of several aircraft.

On the other hand, the Space industry is also present in this plant with the final system integration of Ariane and Vega assemblies.

**Mission:** At SABCA Limburg, we are looking for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to strengthen our team. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will be the internal expert for various production processes across our entire plant. Your mission is to support the operational departments in ensuring on-time delivery to customers, improving processes, and maintaining high-quality standards while reducing operational costs.

**Responsibilities**

* Act as the point of contact for various production processes related to the manufacturing of composite parts.
* Actively support operational departments to ensure timely delivery to customers.
* Apply problem-solving methods to eliminate quality issues and optimize process efficiency.
* Perform First Article Inspection (FAI).
* Introduce, monitor, and maintain process control to improve cost and quality.
* Implement and maintain visual management on the production floor.
* Improve and implement 5S practices.
* Develop and implement work instructions.
* Assess, evaluate, and implement changes in engineering definitions and specification requirements.
* Maintain and update internal procedures and instructions.
* Take responsibility at their level regarding the EN9100 quality standard and the ISO 14001 environmental standard.

**Profile** **Education:**

* Master's degree in Industrial or Civil Engineering (specialization in Electromechanics, Mechanics, Materials, Aerospace, or a related field).

**Experience:**

* At least 3 years of experience in production, engineering, or manufacturing engineering.
* Background in aerospace or aviation is a strong plus.
* Experience with composite materials and composite manufacturing processes is an advantage.

**Skills \& Competencies:**

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Knowledge of Lean tools such as 5S, visual management, flow, and value stream mapping is a plus.
* Familiarity with APQP/PPAP processes is an advantage.
* Detail-oriented and results-driven.
* Fluent in Dutch and English.
* Knowledge of EN9100 quality standards and ISO 14001 environmental standards.
* Basic experience with CAD software, preferably Catia and AutoCAD.

**So, What's in it for you?**

**Experience!**Gain new experience to thanks to the full range of services we offer to the civil, space and military aviation markets as well as to the commercial

Unmanned Autonomous Systems (drones). Our activities include designing, manufacturing, maintaining, and upgrading large and complex elements for aircraft and space launchers for

customers and partners belonging to the elite of the aerospace industry.

**Excitement!**Work in an exciting environment where long-standing expertise and research and technological development feed off each other.

Sabca collaborators have their passion and their know-how as common denominator.

Teamwork, reliability and innovation are part of the culture we value and that lead us to success.

**Challenges!** Help Europe access to space by designing and manufacturing rocket structures.

Be part of the pioneers in developing advanced air mobility solutions inside our division dedicated to drones. Use your knowledge to take people around the world on board low-carbon aircraft.

Contribute to the environmental and technological challenges of the century. Play your own role in the fast-moving world of aerospace.

**Be ready for take-off!**