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.

Tasks:

Acts as an internal focal point for the manufacturing processes within its area of responsibility (composite lay-up, composite hotforming, stringer assembly);

Actively supports the operational departments to assure on time delivery to our customers;

Structured problem solving to eliminate quality issues;

Structured problem solving to optimise the process efficiency to reduce the operational cost;

Introduces, controls and maintains process monitoring to improve (cost, time, quality) the manufacturing processes;

Roll out of visual management on shopfloor within its area of responsibility;

Improve 5S within its area of responsibility;

Roll out of digital work instructions within its area of responsibility;

Reviews, evaluates and implements engineering changes and specification requirements;

Is accountable for up-to-date internal instructions and responsible for internal procedures within its area of responsibility;

Profile:

Master of Science (Industrial or Civil Eng.) (Electro-Mechanics, Mechanics, Materials, Aviation/Space, …)

Min. 3 years of experience in production, engineering, manufacturing engineering

Experience with composites and composite manufacturing is a big plus

Experience in Aviation and Aerospace or Automotive is a plus

Good analytical and problem solving skills

Knowledge of Lean tools: 5S, visual management, flow, value stream mapping, …is a plus

Knowledge of APQP/PPAP is a plus

Quality and result oriented with attention to detail

Fluent in Dutch and English

Experience with CAD software, preferrable 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!

Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer