Manufacturing Engineer Aerospace

Job Overview

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing, improving, and supporting production processes for metal forming operations, including deep draw, metal spinning, and precision fabrication for aerospace components. This role focuses on process optimization, tooling development, and continuous improvement to ensure quality, efficiency, and compliance with aerospace standards. The engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams to support new product introductions, production problem-solving, and long-term manufacturing capability growth.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and refine manufacturing processes for deep draw, metal spinning, and other forming operations.

- Design, specify, and improve tooling, dies, and fixtures to enhance quality and productivity.

- Lead process improvement initiatives focused on reducing waste, improving yields, and increasing throughput by, identifying and eliminate bottlenecks in your workflow, reduce equipment downtime, and improve product quality to minimize rejected parts.

- Support root cause analysis to identify and resolve production issues effectively and corrective action with process and quality issues

- Collaborate with production and quality teams to improve workflow and efficiency and to ensure parts meet AS9100 and customer requirements.

- Develop process documentation, including work instructions, control plans, and setup sheets.

- Participate in New Product Introduction ( NPI ), from prototype through full-scale production and improvement projects aimed at enhancing productivity and reducing costs.

- Analyze production data to identify process trends and recommend improvements.

- Provide hands-on technical support to operators and technicians on the shop floor.

- Utilize software programs for designing and modifying schematics and tooling.

- Implement Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

- Assist in cost estimation, capacity planning, and capital equipment justification.

Education:

- Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

Experience:

- 2–5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably in aerospace or precision metal forming industries.

- Proven experience in a manufacturing environment with factory experience preferred.

- Direct experience with deep draw, metal spinning, hydroforming, or related forming processes strongly preferred.

- Working knowledge of aerospace standards such as AS9100 and NADCAP.

- Proficient in CAD|CAM software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar) for design tasks.

- Experience with CNC programming (Mastercam) or forming simulation tools is a plus.

Skills & Competencies:

- Strong understanding of material properties, forming principles, and tooling design.

- Analytical and data-driven approach to process problem-solving.

- Familiarity with Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.

- Excellent communication and teamwork skills across departments.

- Ability to balance hands-on shop floor work with engineering documentation and analysis.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements:

- Work performed in both office and manufacturing environments.

- Frequent interaction with production personnel and metal forming equipment.

- Must follow all company safety and quality procedures.

Required | Expected:

- ITAR Set guidelines required for company work eligibility

- Strong Communication skills both Verbal and Writing

- Attendance and Reliability a must, on time daily ready to work

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

- * ITAR Set guidelines required for company work eligibility

Education:

- Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: In person