SENIOR MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

SUMMARY 

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer requires all hands-on to solve complex manufacturing challenges, leads, and mentors team members.  Develops and optimizes manufacturing processes. Works directly on the shop floor, troubleshooting, repairing, and ensuring the smooth execution of day-to-day operations.  Ensures all projects are driven through all phases of development and execution while collaborating with vendors, customers, and upper management as needed. 

DUTIES 

• Provide engineering and manufacturing mentorship, guidance and support for machinists in achieving production goals.
• Support product design and process improvements to drive enhancements.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and excellence on the shop floor.
• Provide technical leadership and hands-on support to resolve manufacturing challenges.
• Take full ownership of manufacturing projects, from initial concept and design through development, implementation, and production.
• Ensure projects are executed efficiently, meeting deadlines, quality standards, and time requirements.
• Act as the primary point of contact for project-related issues, coordinating with all management and team members to ensure success.
• Develop and improve manufacturing processes for aerospace components to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Lead the development of work instructions, process documentation, and training materials.
• Work with Quality Assurance in conducting root cause analysis of manufacturing defects and implement corrective actions.
• Actively engage in day-to-day production to identify areas for improvement and implement effective solutions.
• Communicate with customers to address manufacturing requirements, resolve technical issues, and provide updates on project progress when needed.
• Collaborate daily with supporting departments, including production, machining, maintenance, quality, and design engineering, to ensure timely delivery of products in the correct quantities.
• Serve as a liaison between engineering and production to ensure seamless communication and alignment on priorities.

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably in the aerospace industry.
• Proven ability to develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes.
• Strong hands-on troubleshooting skills and willingness to work directly on the shop floor.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent leadership and mentoring abilities, with a track record of managing teams and shop floor personnel.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with aerospace standards such as AS9100 and NADCAP.
• Experience with CAD/CAM software and CNC programming.
• Knowledge of machining, welding, fabrication, and assembly processes in aerospace manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)

Personal Attributes

• Team player, patient, and an excellent listener.
• Able to prioritize, make timely decisions, and work effectively in a fast paced environment. 
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities, with the capability to interface across all levels of the organization, including customers and vendors.
• Hands-on attitude with a willingness to "get their hands dirty" in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.