SCF-20

Develop manufacturing processes

Develop processes to efficiently and reliably manufacture components to meet technical requirements and tolerances

Proficiency levels

Level Description
Aware
  • Can describe key terms and fundamental concepts related to processes for manufacturing spacecraft components, such as Lean or Six Sigma.
  • Can describe the importance of ensuring manufacturing processes meet technical requirements and tolerances, including those related to high-precision and critical components.
Practitioner
  • Can design and implement manufacturing processes to efficiently and reliably produce components that meet technical specifications and tolerances, such as precision machining, additive manufacturing, or cleanroom assembly.
  • Can apply standard practices to optimise manufacturing processes, addressing challenges such as minimising waste, improving cycle times, or enhancing yield.
  • Can follow requirements for manufacturing processes, such as AS9100 or ECSS.
Senior Practitioner
  • Can design innovative manufacturing workflows to meet stringent requirements for critical space hardware, such as high-performance materials or components operating in extreme environments.
  • Can lead process validation and qualification efforts to ensure processes meet performance metrics, including tolerance control, repeatability, and scalability.
  • Can resolve complex challenges in manufacturing, such as reducing defects, scaling production, or integrating new technologies into established workflows.
Expert
  • Can innovate and develop new methodologies, technologies, and best practices for manufacturing processes, such as integration of Industry 4.0 technologies, advanced inspection and testing methods, or sustainable manufacturing processes to reduce environmental impact.
  • Can mentor teams on emerging trends and novel techniques.

Other taxonomies

Equivalent or similar competencies in other taxonomies.

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Taxonomy Competency
ESCO plan manufacturing processes
L6 Space Apprenticeship Purpose of approved processes, components, parts and materials lists.
L6 Space Apprenticeship Techniques and strategies used for the manufacture and fabrication of space hardware, and impact of manufacturing processes on material properties.