Aircraft Engine Production Engineer
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Manufacturing Engineers
- Minor : Mechanical Manufacturing Engineers
Summary
Manufacturing technical position responsible for everything from machining aircraft engine parts to assembly, testing, and quality control. Ensures high safety and reliability.
Description
Aircraft engine production engineers design and manage the entire production process, from precision machining of engine parts, welding and joining, assembly, to performance testing. They use CAD/CAM for process design, create CNC programs, select and improve special jigs and equipment, and balance product quality with production efficiency. Utilizing specialized knowledge of material properties and heat treatment conditions, they analyze and address defects, and evaluate inspection results from non-destructive testing and CMM. They collaborate with design, quality assurance, and production control departments to build mass production systems while complying with safety standards and specifications.
Future Outlook
Demand will remain stable with the growth of the aircraft industry. The importance of process engineers increases for fuel efficiency improvements and adaptation to new materials.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / Meticulous and Focused / Problem-Solving Oriented / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Production Technology Staff → Production Technology Leader → Production Technology Manager → Factory Manager / Manufacturing Department Manager → Technical Department Manager
Required Skills
CAD/CAM Operation / CNC Programming / Non-Destructive Testing / Precision Cutting and Grinding Machining Technology / Precision Measurement with CMM / Welding Technology
Recommended Skills
Ability to Read English Technical Documents / Production Process Improvement / Project Management / Statistical Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Necessary for optimizing process conditions and analyzing defect causes. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute errors directly affect product safety. |
| Planning & Organization | Essential for production line optimization and process design. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary for investigating causes of manufacturing troubles and quality defects. |
Related Qualifications
- Mechanical Maintenance Skills Technician
- Non-Destructive Testing Engineer
- Welding Technician (Arc Welding Operator)
Aliases
- Aero Engine Production Engineer
- Aircraft Engine Assembly Engineer
- Aircraft Engine Manufacturing Engineer
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