Manager of Engineering- Machining

Legacy Talent Search is currently seeking candidates for a Manager of Engineering – Machining role in Cincinnati, OH. Our client is a well‑established industry leader known for innovation and a commitment to delivering the highest‑quality products. With a focus on continuous improvement, they pride themselves on maintaining excellence at every stage of their manufacturing process—particularly within high‑precision aerospace and defense machining.

• Lead and oversee the daily operations of the machining engineering department, ensuring high‑quality output and alignment with production goals.
• Provide hands‑on machining expertise, particularly with titanium, Inconel, and other hard metals.
• Develop, optimize, and troubleshoot complex milling processes, ensuring efficiency, repeatability, and precision.
• Utilize MX Siemens controls and programming (experience preferred) to support machining operations and engineering development.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to machining performance, tooling, process capability, and cost reduction.
• Collaborate closely with production, quality, and leadership teams to support project priorities and resolve technical challenges.
• Support new product introduction (NPI), ensuring manufacturability, proper documentation, and smooth transition into production.
• Maintain strong adherence to aerospace and defense manufacturing standards, quality requirements, and regulatory compliance.
• Mentor and develop engineers and technicians, contributing to a strong, high‑performance engineering culture.
• Provide technical leadership on capital equipment recommendations, process upgrades, and machining technology improvements.

• 3–5 years of experience as a Manufacturing Engineer within machining, aerospace, defense, or high‑precision environments.
• Proven hands‑on machining experience with titanium, Inconel, and complex milling operations.
• Experience with MX Siemens machining/programming strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering
  , or a related technical field.
• Strong understanding of machining principles, tooling, fixtures, CNC optimization, and process control.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead process improvements and mentor technical team members.

• $90,000 – $110,000 per year
  , depending on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and paid time off.
• Opportunities for leadership growth and engineering advancement within a highly respected organization.
• A supportive workplace culture focused on innovation, precision, and continuous improvement.
• The chance to contribute to a company that plays a vital role in aerospace and defense manufacturing.

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. Legacy Talent Search is an equal opportunity employer.