Planner Programmer

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Planner Programmer at our Lynnwood, WA location. This is an on-site position.

About Crane:

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

Located in the epicenter of United States aviation manufacturing, our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Lynnwood, Wash., facility delivers industry-leading aerospace & defense power and fluid solutions. Our products are rugged enough to fly 5 billion miles from Earth on NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft. You’ll join a group of aerospace professionals committed to engineering excellence and work in a community tucked between the idyllic Puget Sound and Cascade Mountains. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary:

The Planner Programmer u tilizes design engineering outputs (drawings, parts lists and CAD files) to create machine programs, work instructions and Oracle routers for the manufacturing shops utilizing Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) systems. The Planner Programmer also r esolves data and design errors prior to sending the jobs into production.

Essential Functions:

• •Provide precise and accurate written documents that will effectively organize and direct the production process from design release through point of shipment
• •Understand the basic CAD (Computer Aided Design) file outputs from all Crane Aerospace & Electronics design packages and practices
• •Verify that CAD file output is correct and resolve errors with the Design activity and Manufacturing Engineering as required
• •Use Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) software to create new and modify existing machine programs to control the Numerically Controlled (NC) equipment
• •Develop appropriate work instructions for manufacturing
• •Develop and write assigned process planning, involving specifying and describing operation sequences, indentured parts lists, quantities required, tooling requirements, inspection points, test requirements, equipment to be used, responsible shops, labor hour targets, routine, and all other relevant processing, movement and storage information
• •Revise process planning in accordance with engineering changes and coordinate implementation with quality control, manufacturing, production and material control considering urgency, extent of changes, status of orders, and parts in stores
• •Plan and write new and revised work orders for tooling, typically of relatively standard design, to support production
• •Create and maintain Oracle routings in accordance with established Crane Aerospace & Electronics procedures
• •Support Manufacturing Engineering to develop labor estimates
• •Assist Manufacturing Engineering in writing and reviewing engineering changes

Non-Essential Functions:

Provide instruction and training of Planner/Programmer skills to others as required

Minimum Qualifications:

• •Experience : 2+ years in assembly or fabrication
• •Knowledge: Familiarity with using ERP systems (Oracle preferred) in a manufacturing environment, understanding of CAD software in a production setting.
• •Skills/Abilities: Ability to visualize the manufacturing process and the sequence of operations required to produce the product; Ability to thoroughly analyze and interpret engineering drawings, parts lists and all other specs relevant to planning
• •Education/Certification: High School diploma or equivalent; or two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• •Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Working Conditions:

• •Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
• •Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE
• •May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes
• •Flexible and willing to work overtime if necessary
• •Standing: up to 100% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
• •Sitting: up to 100% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
• •Lifting (in pounds): up to 25 pounds
• •Pushing (in pounds): up to 25 pounds
• •Mental/Visual: use of computer
• •Workspace: work bench

Top Benefits:

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy:

Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month after you start.

Time Off : 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.

401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match.

Education Reimbursement : Eligible after 6 months of employment.

You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

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Hourly Pay Range: $32.66 - $41.40

Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.