Manufacturing Engineer at Colinear Aerospace

At a Glance Company:
Colinear Aerospace

Location:

Sparta, New Jersey Job Type: Full-Time Pay Range:
Competitive / DOE Shift: Day Shift Overtime:
As needed Experience Level: Senior Industry: Aerospace Quality System: AS9100 Rev D | ISO 9001:2015

Colinear Aerospace continues to expand its aerospace machining capabilities and requires a Manufacturing Engineer who can act as the technical bridge between engineering and production . This role exists to improve how parts are made — reducing cycle time, improving yield, supporting new programs, and ensuring machining processes meet the strict requirements of AS9100 aerospace manufacturing. This is a hands-on, shop-floor-facing role , not a desk-only engineering position.

In this role, you will:

• Develop, document, and maintain manufacturing methods, routers, and process documentation
• Create, optimize, and support CNC programs for 3-, 4-, and 5-axis mills and lathes
• Troubleshoot machining and process issues directly on the production floor
• Support estimating and quoting through DFM analysis, manufacturing methods, and BOM input
• Collaborate with machinists, programmers, quality, and leadership to improve efficiency and part quality
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cycle time reduction, scrap reduction, and repeatability

You’ll work with equipment and systems including:
Machines: CNC Mills & Lathes (3-, 4-, and 5-axis) Controls:
Fanuc / Haas / similar (depending on cell) CAD:
Solid Works CAM: ESPRIT (or equivalent) ERP:
JobBOSS Inspection & Quality: AS9100 documentation, FAIs, in-process inspection

• Titanium
• Inconel
• Stainless Steel
• Aluminum

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related Engineering field
• 5–7+ years of experience in aerospace or high-precision machining environments
• Strong hands-on knowledge of CNC mills and lathes, multi-axis machining, and tooling
• Proficiency reading complex blueprints and applying GD&T
• Experience with CAD (Solid Works), CAM (ESPRIT or similar), and ERP systems (JobBOSS preferred)
• Strong understanding of AS9100 requirements and documentation
• Proven ability to troubleshoot machining processes and support production
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills

Preferred (Not Required):

• Prior CNC programming background
• Experience with SMED, lean manufacturing, or automation initiatives
• Leadership or mentoring experience in a manufacturing environment

• First 30–90 Days Demonstrate proficiency in JobBOSS, Solid Works, and ESPRIT workflows
• Independently set up and troubleshoot machining issues across multiple machines
• Complete machine setups within 20% of quoted setup time
• Implement process improvements that increase efficiency, reduce scrap, and improve quality

• True collaboration between engineering and the shop floor
• Aerospace work where precision and process discipline matter
• Clean, organized AS9100-certified facility
• Investment in modern equipment, tooling, and software
• A team culture that respects experience, accountability, and craftsmanship

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• 401(k)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off