Project Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer

Project Engineer I – Composites

The Project Engineer I supports aerospace composites manufacturing programs by assisting with technical coordination, process documentation, and customer communication. This entry-level role develops foundational knowledge of composite materials, fabrication processes, and program execution while supporting quality, schedule, and cost objectives.

In addition to the responsibilities of Project Engineer I – Composites, the Project Engineer II independently manages composites manufacturing projects from contract review through production and delivery. This role serves as a primary technical interface with customers and supports manufacturing engineering activities including process development, tooling coordination, and production support.

In addition to the responsibilities of Project Engineer II – Composites, the Project Engineer III leads complex composites programs and strategic customer accounts. This senior-level role drives cross-functional execution, advanced composites manufacturing engineering, process optimization, and commercial performance in a high-mix, low-volume environment.

• Level I
  • Support contract review and analysis of technical requirements.
  • Assist with review of engineering drawings, specifications, and composite layup instructions.
  • Track project milestones and update ERP systems.
  • Support new product introduction (NPI) and first article inspection (FAI) coordination.
  • Maintain accurate project and technical documentation.
• Level II
  • Lead contract review and define scope, deliverables, and timelines.
  • Develop and manage project schedules.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams (Engineering, Quality, Planning, Production, Supply Chain).
  • Support engineering change management and configuration control.
  • Monitor cost, schedule, and quality performance.
• Level III
  • Lead complex, multi-phase composites programs.
  • Develop program strategies and execution plans.
  • Manage technical risks related to composite materials, processes, and tooling.
  • Drive process improvements and operational efficiencies.
  • Mentor junior engineers.

• Level I
  • Assist with development of work instructions for composite layup, curing, bonding, and finishing.
  • Support documentation of material specifications and process requirements.
  • Assist with tooling coordination and basic process setup.
• Level II
  • Develop and improve composite manufacturing processes including layup, vacuum bagging, curing, trimming, and bonding.
  • Support tooling design and fabrication for composite parts and assemblies.
  • Define process parameters and ensure compliance with engineering specifications.
  • Support root cause analysis for defects such as delamination, voids, or bonding failures.
  • Participate in process qualification and validation activities.
• Level III
  • Lead development and optimization of advanced composite manufacturing processes.
  • Drive design-for-manufacturability initiatives for composite products.
  • Establish process controls, standard work, and best practices.
  • Lead troubleshooting of complex composite manufacturing issues.
  • Support capital equipment selection and process automation initiatives.

• Level I
  • Assist in responding to customer inquiries and status updates.
  • Participate in customer meetings with supervision.
• Level II
  • Serve as primary technical contact for assigned customers.
  • Provide project updates, technical clarifications, and recovery plans.
  • Support customer audits and program reviews.
• Level III
  • Manage strategic customer relationships.
  • Lead customer program reviews and performance discussions.
  • Identify opportunities for follow-on work or expanded scope.

• Level I
  • Assist with RFQ reviews and technical data collection.
  • Support cost tracking and reporting.
• Level II
  • Evaluate RFQs for technical feasibility and composite process risk.
  • Analyze cost structures and margin performance.
  • Support pricing recommendations.
• Level III
  • Lead pricing strategy input for composite manufacturing programs.
  • Analyze long-term profitability and customer trends.
  • Support strategic…