Manufacturing Engineering Lead - Salt Lake , UT

Manufacturing Engineering Lead

Albany Engineered Composites (AEC) is one of the most technically advanced designers and manufacturers of lightweight composite aerospace structures, subassemblies and components. For more than 50 years, AEC has innovated advanced composite solutions for defense and commercial industries in applications from large commercial transports to fighter jets and commercial and military rotorcraft.

Our composite design and fabrication expertise can be found on many commercial platforms such as Boeing's 7-series family, the Airbus A380 aircraft as well as Sikorsky S-76 helicopter. For defense programs, AEC provides a wide range of products including complete structural assemblies, flight critical components, primary and secondary structural elements for platforms such as the F-35 Lightning II, the CH-53K Heavy‑lift Helicopter and the Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile (JASSM).

AEC is committed to delivering high‑quality, economical composite solutions to our customers. Significant investment in infrastructure and automation ensures AEC is positioned to maximize that value, offering the right processes to meet our customer's needs.

We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Lead with a strong background in composite part machining and non‑destructive testing (NDT) processes. The ideal candidate will bring a minimum of 7 years of hands‑on experience in composite aerospace manufacturing, coupled with leadership capabilities to drive engineering excellence and continuous improvement.

• Lead and oversee manufacturing engineering activities supporting CNC machining and ultrasonic NDT processes for composite aerospace parts.
• Develop, optimize, and maintain manufacturing processes, ensuring precision and quality.
• Coordinate with programming, metrology, and tooling engineering teams to ensure CNC/inspection programs and fixturing meet process requirements.
• Utilize SAP for production planning, process documentation, and material control.
• Apply CATIA V5 for design reviews and manufacturing process integration.
• Collaborate with Material Review Board (MRB) for non‑conforming product disposition and root cause/corrective action investigation.
• Work closely with operations management to ensure production needs are met and all CNC/NDT equipment is utilized effectively.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of manufacturing engineers and technicians.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, process validations, and cost‑reduction strategies.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace quality standards and regulatory requirements.

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• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Aerospace) or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in composite aerospace manufacturing engineering.
• Strong knowledge of 5‑axis CNC machining and ultrasonic NDT.
• Proficient with ERP & PDM systems (SAP & Windchill preferred), CATIA V5, Siemens CNC controllers, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience working with MRB processes and quality management.
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing engineering teams.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• As a Department of Defense Contractor we are required to hire U.S. Persons.
• Visa sponsorship is not being offered.

Top‑notch benefits program including generous 401(k) match, paid time off, and a strong commitment to work/life balance.

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We are an equal opportunity employer. Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.

Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E‑Verify.