Manufacturing Engineer - Defense - Norwood, MA

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain CNC programs for multi-axis machining operations.
• Create and optimise manufacturing methods for complex machined components.
• Support process validation, machine prove-outs, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement activities.
• Utilise CAD/CAM and manufacturing software to develop efficient machining strategies.
• Collaborate with production teams to improve quality, throughput, and operational efficiency.
• Support manufacturing automation and process standardisation initiatives.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, work instructions, and process controls.
• Partner with quality teams on inspection planning, root cause investigations, and corrective actions.
• Evaluate tooling, workholding, and cutting parameters to improve performance and reduce cycle times.
• Assist in the implementation and optimisation of digital manufacturing tools and systems.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Drive complex multi-axis machining processes for high-precision componets. Support digital manufacturing and process improvement.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience supporting CNC machining operations within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of machining processes, process development, and manufacturing best practices.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T requirements.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and technical documentation skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and operations teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with advanced CAM programming and multi-axis machining.
• Exposure to manufacturing simulation, process verification, or digital manufacturing tools.
• Background in precision manufacturing, aerospace, industrial equipment, heavy manufacturing, or other regulated industries.
• Experience supporting process automation, manufacturing systems, or production technology implementations.
• Knowledge of metrology, inspection planning, and statistical process control.
• Familiarity with scripting, automation, or data-driven manufacturing improvements.

Our client is a well-established manufacturer producing highly engineered products for demanding industrial applications. With continued investment in manufacturing technology, automation, and operational excellence, the organisation offers engineers the opportunity to work on technically challenging projects while making a meaningful impact on process capability and production performance.

What's To Offer:

• Opportunity to work on technically challenging products and manufacturing processes.
• Exposure to advanced machining technologies and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborative engineering culture with access to modern manufacturing tools and equipment.
• Strong career development opportunities within a growing organisation.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• The ability to directly influence manufacturing performance, process capability, and operational excellence.