Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Hardware

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Hardware, is responsible for developing efficient, scalable production processes for aerospace components, including those made through additive manufacturing. This role focuses on planning, prototyping, tooling, and process optimization while collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve quality, reduce cost, and enhance manufacturability. The engineer serves as the manufacturing owner for specific hardware, driving all aspects of its production readiness and performance.

This role will be located at our Knoxville, Tennessee facility.

Beehive Industries is dedicated to Powering American Defense by revolutionizing the design, development, and delivery of jet propulsion systems to support the warfighter. Through the integration of additive manufacturing, the company aims to meet the growing and urgent needs for unmanned aerial defense by dramatically improving a jet engine’s speed to market, fuel efficiency, and cost.

• Manufacturing Planning:
  Create production plans, work instructions, partner with operations to coordinate resources, and monitor process success to meet project requirements and deadlines.
• Prototyping and Testing:
  Develop and oversee prototype manufacturing, testing and validation processes to ensure that aerospace components meet design specifications and performance requirements.
• Design for Manufacturing:
  Work with design team to produce designs that are ready for manufacturing efficiently.
• Process Development:
  Design and optimize manufacturing processes for aerospace components and systems, considering factors such as materials, machinery, tooling, and labor.
• Collaborative Work:
  Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design engineers, quality control specialists, and production operators, to address issues and ensure smooth production operations.
• Risk Management:
  
  Identify and address potential risks in the manufacturing process and develop contingency plans to mitigate them.
• Cost Control:
  Monitor and control manufacturing costs by improving processes, reducing waste, and making cost-effective decisions regarding materials, equipment, and labor.
• Process Improvement:
  Continuously identify and implement process improvements, automation, and lean manufacturing techniques to enhance efficiency and reduce production errors.
• Troubleshooting:
  Investigate and resolve production issues, such as defects, machine malfunctions, or process inconsistencies, to maintain a smooth production flow.
• Quoting of potential new projects for machining and post processing departments.
• Work with quality engineers to improve process capabilities for production jobs.
• Tooling and Equipment:
  Design, specify and select manufacturing tools, equipment, and machinery required for aerospace production processes, including CNC machines, Metal 3D printers, and other specialized equipment.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field from an accredited institution.
• 8+ years of manufacturing experience, with a focus on metal parts preferred.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with CNC milling and turning machines, including programming and fixture design.
• Proficiency in CAD software such as Solid Works, Siemens NX, Teamcenter, or similar systems.
• Have experience or basic understanding of metal 3d printing or additive manufacturing processes.
• Ability to interpret engineering specifications, drawings, and models effectively.
• Experience in adapting equipment or tooling designs to meet factory and production requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong workload management and follow-up capabilities.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively across all levels within and outside the organization.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• Availability to work extended hours during machine outages or critical activities.

• Proficiency in developing process models to create parts and enhance efficiency and productivity in additive manufacturing.
• Familiarity with aerospace manufacturing processes and the creation of part routing/flow.
• Prior engagement in startup environments.
• Experience in AS9100 certified facilities.
• Competence in CNC and Additive Metal operations.
• Proficiency with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. Citizenship is required, as only U.S. Citizens eligible for a security clearance.

Beehive Industries is committed to full compliance with applicable anti-discrimination laws. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We strive to create an inclusive work environment and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.