Manufacturing Engineer – CNC Programming & Process ImprovementAbout Avers: Avers Inc. is an AS9100-certified precision manufacturer serving aerospace and medical customers. We specialize in CNC turning, milling, gear cutting, gear rack cutting, OD grinding, and thread grinding. We're growing, investing in new equipment and automation, and looking for a hands-on engineer to grow with us.The Role You'll help launch and optimize our new CNC turning, machining, grinding, gear cutting, and rack cutting operations. You'll split your time between the computer and the shop floor, working directly with machinists to make parts better, faster, and more consistently. A major focus will be using AI tools and automation to improve efficiency across the shop. Training on all platforms is provided.What You'll DoProgram CNC turning, milling, and grinding operations in MastercamDesign fixtures, tooling, and work holding in SolidWorksSupport setup, integration, and interfacing of robotic and automated cellsIdentify and implement efficiency improvements in cycle time, setups, scrap, and throughputApply AI tools to programming, process planning, documentation, and data analysisCreate routings, work instructions, and process documentation in our ERP (M1)Support new part introductions and first-article runsTroubleshoot production issues alongside machinists and quality staffWhat We're Looking ForBachelor's degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering (or related)SolidWorks experience requiredMastercam, CNC, or machine shop experience is a plus but not requiredAbility to read engineering drawings; familiarity with GD&T is a plusInterest in automation, robotics, and practical use of AI toolsHands-on mindset, comfortable on the shop floorCuriosity, initiative, and eagerness to learnMust meet ITAR requirements (U.S. person)Why AversFull training on Mastercam, our CNC equipment, robotics, and M1Direct exposure to aerospace and medical precision manufacturingReal ownership of projects at a growing company, with no bureaucracyOpportunity to shape a new operation from the ground up