Process Engineer Manager

Job Summary

The Process Engineer Manager will lead a team of highly experienced Process Engineers in the development, optimization and sustainment of the repair process for aviation, marine and industrial turbine engine components and shall ensure safe, compliant, repeatable and cost-effective methods and processes. This position shall provide technical support for approved repair processes, manual repairs, airworthiness directives (AD), service bulletins, and new repairs and processes.

The successful candidate will lead the team as the main agent of change in the continuous improvement process within the company.

The Process Engineer Manager partners closely with the Production and Quality Department and other Engineering positions to achieve on‑time delivery, cost targets, customer quality expectations and to ensure all repair operations meet regulatory, OEM and internal compliance standards.

Component Repair Technologies, Inc. (CRT) began as a locally family‑owned business, with operations in Mentor, OH since 1985, and grew into a global leader (500+ employees) in the aerospace MRO sector. Specializing in the repair and overhaul of turbine engine components, CRT proudly serves the world’s largest airlines and jet engine manufacturers. Component Repair Technologies is focused on our valued employees, customers, and community.

In 2025, CRT became a Safran Aircraft Engines company as a Center of Excellence for the repair of large jet engine parts in the Americas.

For over 120 years, Safran, through its Aircraft Engines subsidiary, designs, produces, markets and supports, alone or in partnership, aircraft engines offering world‑class performance and reliability. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible.

Operating through CFM International, its 50/50 joint venture with GE Aerospace, Safran Aircraft Engines is the world’s leading supplier of single‑aisle commercial jet engines, the CFM
56 and LEAP. Safran Aircraft Engines is fully committed to sustainable aviation through the RISE (Revolutionary Innovation for Sustainable Engines) technology development program. Safran Aircraft Engines also deploys a global network providing a full range of support, maintenance & repair services.

• Oversee the safety and well‑being of the team in accordance with the company standards. Follow established safety protocols and guidelines to ensure full compliance with company safety policies and procedures.
• Provide direct managerial oversight of Process Engineers.
• Lead, coach and develop the team of engineers assigned.
• Coordinate, plan and direct all activities of the repair process and department assigned that may contribute to the repair of the turbine engine component.
• Oversee process development and improvement and establish guidelines and expectations for team members.
• Ensure that the repair processes, and designs of tooling and fixtures meet requirements and are engineered correctly and efficiently.
• Confirm that all engineering documentation complies with approved technical data, regulations and/or customer requirements and are current to the latest revisions. This includes manufacturers overhaul manuals, service bulletins, part specifications, standard practice manuals, FAA AD’s, and other FAA approved data.
• Own technical evaluation and justification for tooling & equipment upgrades, capacity expansions and automation.
• Establish daily, weekly, and monthly objectives and communicate the plan to your team.
• Monitor assigned work while reviewing completed jobs/projects to ensure adherence to work scope and company expectations.
• Perform functions such as performance reviews, employee development, accountability of team members, conflict resolution, and disciplinary action.
• Identify and implement personal development plans for the team and identify succession planning requirements.

• Ten or more years of engineering experience, preferably in the aerospace industry, with emphasis on aircraft repair, OEM applicable technical data and regulatory requirements.
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