Manufacturing Engineer

About the Role

The Manufacturing Engineer II, also known as a Mid‑Level Manufacturing Engineer or Aerospace Manufacturing Engineer, is responsible for optimizing production processes, improving manufacturing efficiency, and supporting precision machining operations in a regulated environment. This role focuses on process development, tooling design, continuous improvement, and cross‑functional collaboration to deliver high‑quality components. Ideal candidates have strong experience in CNC machining, lean manufacturing, and aerospace quality standards such as AS9100 and ISO
9001.

• Lead engineering reviews of in‑process inspection results, analyze data, and drive corrective actions for quality improvements
• Facilitate Production Readiness Reviews, ensuring accurate documentation control and manufacturing release compliance
• Develop and maintain manufacturing routers and travelers within ERP systems to support production and quality workflows
• Create and optimize manufacturing plans, setup sheets, and process documentation for CNC machining operations
• Estimate manufacturing costs, establish cycle times, and recommend tooling, fixturing, and process improvements
• Design fixtures, work holding, and tooling using CAD software such as Solid Works to support production efficiency
• Generate detailed 2D drawings and technical documentation to support inspection and manufacturing processes
• Manage engineering change requests, ensuring revision control and ERP system updates for customer drawings and models
• Define and validate manufacturing processes through blueprint interpretation, process testing, and equipment evaluation
• Support compliance with ISO
  9001, AS9100, and ITAR standards by developing and maintaining procedures and documentation
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action initiatives using RCCA tools such as 5 Whys, fishbone diagrams, and Pareto analysis
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to reduce scrap, improve yield, and lower manufacturing costs through lean principles
• Identify and implement continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives within the manufacturing environment
• Serve as a technical liaison with customers, vendors, and internal teams to resolve product and process issues
• Provide hands‑on technical guidance and training to machinists and production personnel on new processes and best practices

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, CNC machining, or process engineering
• At least 2 years of experience working within an AS9100 or aerospace‑regulated manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in CAD software such as Solid Works and CAM software such as Mastercam
• Strong knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, GD&T, including ASME Y14.5 standards
• Experience with ERP systems, production planning, and manufacturing documentation control
• Demonstrated expertise in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and waste reduction methodologies
• Experience conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive actions
• Strong technical writing, problem‑solving, and project management skills
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across engineering, quality, and operations teams

• Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification, or willingness to obtain certification
• Advanced certifications such as Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt
• Certified Solid Works Associate or Professional certification
• Project Management Professional certification or equivalent project management experience
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or precision machining industries
• Advanced knowledge of multi‑axis CNC machining, tooling optimization, and process validation