Manufacturing Engineer

Altamira Material Solutions seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to scale production of advanced metal matrix composite (MMC) components. In this hands-on role, you will develop and optimize manufacturing processes, translate engineering designs into robust production methods, and drive continuous improvement in quality, yield, and throughput. You will create work instructions, tooling, and fixtures; analyze data to reduce variation and defects; support new product introduction;

and collaborate closely with design, quality, and production teams to deliver reliable, high-performance components for defense, industrial, and high-tech customers.

Responsibilities

• Develop, document, and optimize manufacturing processes for MMC components.
• Translate engineering designs into scalable, repeatable production methods.
• Design and implement tooling, jigs, and fixtures to improve efficiency and quality.
• Use data analysis, SPC, and DOE to improve yield, reduce defects, and control variation.
• Support new product introduction and process validation for advanced applications.
• Collaborate with design, quality, and production teams on manufacturability and troubleshooting.
• Create work instructions, standard operating procedures, and training materials for operators.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Support equipment selection, setup, and maintenance strategies to ensure stable production.
• Ensure compliance with relevant quality standards and customer requirements.

Required Skills

• Process engineering
• CAD/CAM (e.g., Solid
• Works, NX, or similar)
• Statistical process control (SPC)
• Design of Experiments (DOE)
• Lean manufacturing
• Six Sigma / root cause analysis
• Advanced materials / MMC processing
• GD&T and mechanical drawings
• Manufacturing automation/fixtures
• Data analysis (Excel, Minitab, or similar)