Manufacturing Engineering Technician

Eaton’s IS AER FED division is currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician.

The hours for this role are 7:00am - 3:30pm.

The hourly rate for this position is $27.00 - $37.00 per hour.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and mechanically proficient Mechanical Engineering Technician to join our Aerospace Division in Bethel, CT. This role supports the Manufacturing Engineering team in driving process stability, enhancing product quality, and reducing rework cycles across fluid and electrical distribution systems. The ideal candidate will possess strong hands‑on mechanical skills, a proactive approach to problem‑solving, and a desire to grow into engineering roles.

A key component of this role includes supporting Material Review Board (MRB) dispositions, evaluating non‑conforming material, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams to determine appropriate corrective actions.

• Participate in MRB activities by reviewing non‑conforming material, documenting findings, and recommending disposition actions.
• Provide technical support and instruction for group leaders and operators on proper assembly techniques.
• Assist in developing and implementing mechanical fixturing for repeatable and reliable assembly processes.
• Assist in the investigation of root cause for non‑conformities and implementation of corrective action.
• Assist in developing and maintaining robust, cost‑efficient manufacturing processes and product structures consistent with lean manufacturing practices.
• Develop and update manufacturing Visual Work Instructions.
• Implement methods and practices to reduce variation; demonstrate ability to understand source(s) of variation.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and understand lean manufacturing techniques to focus on process optimization and defect reduction.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including Quality, Supply Chain, and Production to resolve technical issues.
• Additional duties as assigned.

• Proficiency in MS Office Word, Excel.
• Associate degree or 2‑year technical certification or experience in a manufacturing operations/skilled trades from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a manufacturing/operations or military environment.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with lean tools in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with blueprints/schematics.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
• This position requires use of information or access to hardware subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR (U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, Political Asylee, or Refugee).

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques – e.g., value stream mapping, one‑piece flow, etc.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma concepts and tools as they relate to minimizing process/product variability.
• Understanding of problem‑solving methodologies used in determining root cause and formulating corrective action(s) – e.g., thought maps, 8D, root cause analysis, Process Failure Mode Effect Analysis, Gage R & R, control charts, Pareto charts, etc.
• 3D Printing capability.
• Tool design utilizing Solid Works (or similar) CAD software.
• Proficiency in MS Office Word, Excel.

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