Engineering Site Manager - NPI

Engineering Site Manager
Are you an experienced engineering leader with a strong background in aerospace or industrial engineering? Do you thrive in a dynamic manufacturing environment where innovation, performance, and collaboration are key? This role gives you the opportunity to lead and direct the Engineering Department at our site, managing a multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians while driving New Product Introduction (NPI), process development, and continuous improvement initiatives.

About the role
As Engineering Site Manager you will be responsible for ensuring the seamless transition of new products and processes into operations, while maintaining compliance with customer, FAA, and company requirements. You will act as a key link between Engineering and Operations, ensuring manufacturability, process stability, and operational excellence. You will report to the Regional Director Engineering, with a dotted line to the Site General Manager.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage all engineering activities at site level, including NPI and process development

Own the end‑to‑end industrialization process of new products and repair solutions

Drive innovation and continuous improvement in engineering and production processes

Lead automation and process optimization initiatives to improve quality, efficiency, and safety

Ensure successful implementation of new products into operations, including documentation, training, and tooling

Collaborate closely with customers and internal stakeholders to meet technical and business requirements

Manage engineering budgets, resources, and project timelines

Ensure compliance with aerospace regulations, quality standards (ISO, FAA), and company policies

Develop and mentor the engineering team, driving performance and engagement

Profile

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent experience)

Minimum 10 years of experience in aerospace or gas turbine engineering (design, manufacturing, or repair)

Proven leadership experience (7–10 years) in managing technical teams within a manufacturing environment

Strong project management and stakeholder management skills

Experience with NPI, process development, and production automation

Solid understanding of gas turbine technology is a strong advantage

Strong analytical mindset, with the ability to solve complex problems and drive sustainable improvements

Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a matrix organization

Leadership Competencies

Results‑driven and accountable

Business‑focused with strong analytical thinking

Strong people leader who builds trust and engagement

Organizationally agile and able to collaborate across functions

What We Offer

A key leadership role within a global aerospace organization

Opportunity to drive innovation and shape engineering excellence at site level

An international and dynamic working environment

Competitive salary and benefits package

Additional Information

Travel may be required (domestic and international)

This position requires approval by ILT/EASA

Chromalloy is proud to be an affirmative action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran’s status, or visual, hearing, mental or physical disability.

Any offer of employment will also be conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation in accordance with company policy and applicable government regulations.

If this position requires access to export‑controlled technology and technical data, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations and or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations, any offer of employment is contingent upon Chromalloy’s determination, in its sole discretion, if any additional authorization for the employee to access such technology is required and obtainable in a manner that meets its immediate business needs prior to beginning work.

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