Special Process Engineer

Special Process Engineer

Permanent, full‑time position based in Grand Prairie, TX.

The Special Process Engineer is responsible for developing, validating, and optimizing manufacturing special processes such as FPI, MPI, heat treating, welding, coating, and plating. This role ensures compliance with stringent quality standards (e.g., NADCAP, ISO, AS9100) while driving process efficiency, reliability, and safety. The position plays a critical role in troubleshooting process issues, improving yield, and supporting regulatory and audit requirements.

• Develop, validate, and control special manufacturing processes to meet quality and industry standards.
• Create and maintain process documentation including specifications, SOPs, and quality records.
• Investigate non‑conformances and perform root cause analysis; implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Utilize Statistical Process Control (SPC) and data analysis to improve process capability, yield, and cost efficiency.
• Conduct risk assessments (PFMEA) and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations (EPA, OSHA) and aerospace quality standards (AS9100, NADCAP).
• Support internal and external audits, including NADCAP and customer audits.
• Design, evaluate, and implement tooling and equipment; support maintenance and upgrades.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Potential travel between Grand Prairie, TX, Mexicali, Mexico, and other locations up to 10–20%.

Employee must remain in a stationary position and occasionally move about the office and laboratory. Must handle a computer and other office productivity machinery, as well as laboratory equipment. Ability to communicate information accurately and observe details at close range. Occasionally lift or move up to 10 pounds.

The work environment is split between office and laboratory work. Noise level in the office is typically quiet; the laboratory may occasionally require hearing protection.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Materials, Industrial Engineering or related discipline required.
• 5–8 years of experience in aerospace or regulated manufacturing environments.

• Strong knowledge of special manufacturing processes (e.g., NDT, heat treat, welding, plating).
• Experience with SPC, data analysis, and process improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with industry standards such as NADCAP, AS9100, ISO.
• Ability to develop and interpret technical process documentation and specifications.
• Strong problem‑solving, analytical, troubleshooting, and decision‑making skills.
• Effective communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Detail‑oriented with a strong focus on quality and compliance.
• Proactive mindset with continuous improvement focus.

This position requires access to export‑controlled information subject to the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or granted asylum/refugee status).

Based on market rate.

North America, United States, Texas – Grand Prairie, TX 75052.

Bachelor's Degree

More than 5 years