Senior Manufacturing and Process Engineering Manager

Join a team that turns next-generation materials into flight ready hardware. As the Manufacturing & Process Engineering Manager for Ceramic Matrix Composites, you will lead the group that transforms cutting edge designs into scalable, repeatable factory processes. You will blend hands‑on factory engagement, process ownership, and cross‑functional collaboration to deliver CMC hardware that operates in some of the harshest environments in aerospace.

In this role, you are the technical and people leader for the manufacturing and process engineering team. You will build and guide a high‑performing team, ensure current and future programs hit their milestones, and industrialize new CMC processes from early concept through rate‑ready production. You will work both independently and across diverse teams to develop, implement, and continuously improve robust processes for manufacturing of CMC components.

If you are energized by solving complex manufacturing challenges, building and mentoring a team, and pushing the limits of materials and process technology – and you want to see your work flying in the real world – this role is for you.

• Leadership & People Development
  • Lead and grow a manufacturing and process engineering team supporting CMC NPI and production readiness.
  • Develop talent through coaching, clear expectations, and robust development plans; build future leaders and technical experts.
  • Establish team routines (tiered meetings, visual management, standard work) to drive daily execution and continuous improvement.
  • Create a strong safety and quality culture, ensuring adherence to EHS and quality requirements in all engineering work.
  • Foster collaboration across functions (operations, quality, design engineering, sourcing, supply chain, programs) to deliver site objectives.
• NPI & Industrialization of CMC Processes
  • Own the manufacturing engineering deliverables for NPI programs, from concept through rate‑ready production.
  • Lead process development for CMC layup, forming, curing/sintering, machining, inspection, and associated special processes.
  • Drive manufacturability by partnering with design engineering to influence part and tooling design (DFM/DFA) and ensure robust producibility.
  • Plan and execute industrialization activities, including process qualification, PPAP/FAI, capability studies, and rate readiness.
  • Manage risk through structured readiness reviews, control plans, and mitigation actions for new and evolving processes.
• Process Ownership & Continuous Improvement
  • Establish, maintain, and improve standard work for factory processes, instructions, and routings for CMC operations.
  • Implement robust process controls, including process parameters, monitoring, and reaction plans to ensure stable and capable processes.
  • Lead continuous improvement projects focused on SQDC metrics (scrap, rework, yield, throughput, on‑time delivery, and cost competitiveness).
  • Use data and analytics (SPC, Pareto, root cause analysis, problem‑solving tools) to drive decisions and measure process performance.
  • Champion FLIGHT DECK principles in manufacturing engineering and on the shop floor to eliminate waste and simplify flow.
• Technical Excellence & Problem Solving
  • Serve as the site technical leader for CMC manufacturing and process capability, acting as a key interface to central and external experts.
  • Lead structured problem‑solving (e.g., 8D, A3, RCA) for complex process and product quality issues.
  • Guide process and materials trials, DOE, and validation efforts to mature CMC technologies into repeatable, producible operations.
  • Ensure robust documentation of processes, lessons learned, and best practices to support knowledge retention and reuse.
• Program, Resource, and Stakeholder Management
  • Own the engineering execution plan for NPIs and key process projects, including milestones, resources, and risk management.
  • Prioritize and allocate engineering resources based on business needs, program commitments, and site constraints.
  • Communicate clearly with site leadership and program teams on status, risks, and recovery plans.
  • Support capital planning and execution for new equipment, tooling, and capabilities aligned to NPI and…