Manufacturing Process Engineer

We are seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to support aerospace manufacturing operations through the development, implementation, and optimization of manufacturing processes for complex machined components.

This role partners closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality, CNC Programming, and Production teams to establish manufacturing methods, process flows, routings, travelers, operation sheets, and work instructions that support efficient, repeatable, and high-quality production.

The Manufacturing Process Engineer serves as a key technical resource responsible for improving production readiness, supporting new product introductions, resolving manufacturing challenges, and driving continuous improvement initiatives that enhance quality, delivery performance, and operational efficiency.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.

• Develop, implement, and improve manufacturing processes for aerospace components and assemblies.
• Establish manufacturing methods, process flows, routings, travelers, operation sheets, and work instructions.
• Review engineering drawings, models, specifications, and customer requirements to determine manufacturing approaches.
• Support manufacturing readiness activities for new and existing products.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing challenges and implement corrective actions to improve process performance.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Quality, CNC Programming, and Production teams to resolve technical issues.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities and product launches.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, throughput, delivery, cost, and operational performance.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation and process control records.
• Assist with tooling implementation, process validation, and capacity improvement initiatives.
• Support manufacturing floor activities and serve as a technical resource for production teams.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing and operational excellence initiatives.

• Experience supporting manufacturing engineering, process engineering, or production engineering activities within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, models, and technical requirements.
• Knowledge of manufacturing process development, routing creation, and production workflow planning.
• Experience supporting manufacturing troubleshooting and process optimization efforts.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across Engineering, Quality, Operations, Production, and Programming teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to support manufacturing operations in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to spend significant time on the manufacturing floor supporting production and process improvements.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Equivalent combinations of education, military experience, technical training, and manufacturing experience may also be considered.
• Experience supporting aerospace, precision machining, rotating hardware, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience utilizing CAD systems such as NX, Solid Works, Creo, or comparable platforms.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar manufacturing systems.
• Knowledge of GD&T and aerospace quality standards.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, FMEA, PFMEA, APQP, or PPAP methodologies.
• Experience supporting new product introductions, process…