Manufacturing Engineer (process development)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering preferred but not required with demonstrated technical capability
• 10+ years of experience developing machining and processing plans for complex metallic parts
• Extensive aerospace manufacturing experience with hands-on machining of hardened metals including tough steels and titanium
• Deep understanding of post-machining processes such as heat treating, plating, and surface treatments affecting material properties
• Mastery of machining methods including CNC machining techniques, tooling strategies, and machine selection
• Experience with manufacturing process troubleshooting and root-cause analysis
• Knowledge of metallurgy, process optimization, and Quality Control standards
• Strong ability to read, interpret, and critique detailed technical drawings and specifications

Responsibilities

• Develop and own machining and processing plans for complex high-difficulty metallic components
• Serve as the primary process engineering authority for assigned parts and manufacturing programs
• Support new product introductions from a manufacturing process perspective and troubleshoot production challenges
• Apply deep metallurgy and process expertise to improve product quality, yield, and manufacturability
• Collaborate closely with CNC programmers, machinists, quality, and production teams to ensure process efficiency and integrity