Aerospace Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description: • Develop and implement manufacturing processes for composite structures, subassemblies, and final aircraft assembly operations • Support prototype, low-rate initial production, and full-rate manufacturing activities • Evaluate manufacturing methods and identify opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, and productivity enhancement • Ensure manufacturing processes meet quality, safety, and production requirements • Collaborate with Design Engineering teams to optimize products for manufacturability and efficient production • Support manufacturing readiness activities throughout the product lifecycle • Create and maintain manufacturing work orders, routers, travelers, and shop floor documentation • Develop work instructions for composite fabrication and assembly operations • Translate engineering drawings, CAD models, and specifications into production-ready manufacturing processes • Support engineering change implementation and configuration management • Provide technical guidance and process documentation to manufacturing personnel • Develop methods for composite layup, bonding, trimming, curing, and assembly • Support production teams in executing composite fabrication activities • Resolve manufacturing challenges, nonconformances, and process capability issues • Define, develop, and optimize aircraft assembly processes • Support assembly sequencing, work package development, and production planning • Participate in manufacturing readiness reviews and production build planning • Troubleshoot assembly issues and improve production flow • Design and develop manufacturing tooling, assembly fixtures, and composite layup aids • Manage tooling modifications, maintenance, validation, and continuous improvement • Lead process improvement initiatives focused on quality, cost, delivery, and operational efficiency • Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to reduce waste • Participate in root cause investigations and corrective action implementation • Support process validation and manufacturing readiness assessments • Contribute to production KPI development, reporting, and performance monitoring • Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives Requirements: • Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline • Equivalent combination of education and significant aerospace manufacturing experience may be considered • 8+ years of manufacturing engineering experience within aerospace, aviation, defense, or advanced manufacturing environments • Experience developing manufacturing work orders, work instructions, routers, travelers, and production process documentation • Strong background in composite manufacturing processes, materials, and fabrication techniques • Experience supporting aerospace assembly operations and production environments • Experience designing manufacturing tooling, assembly fixtures, and composite layup tooling • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and 3D CAD models • Strong process improvement, troubleshooting, and problem-solving capabilities • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment • Experience supporting UAV, UAS, or autonomous aircraft programs • Experience conducting or supporting PFMEA activities • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies • Familiarity with AS9100 and aerospace quality management systems • Experience supporting prototype development, low-rate production, and production ramp-up efforts • Knowledge of composite curing, bonding, trimming, and structural assembly processes • Experience utilizing Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), ERP systems, and production planning tools • Understanding of aircraft structures, tooling validation, and manufacturing readiness requirements • Experience supporting Airbus aerospace programs or advanced aerospace manufacturing environments • Employment may require access to U.S. export-controlled information and the ability to obtain such access; access may be limited to U.S. Persons Benefits: • Competitive compensation up to $110,000 annually or $53/hourly • Extensive Medical Plans • Dental • Vision • HSA with company contribution • Company-sponsored Life Insurance • Short/Long-Term Disability Insurance • Voluntary legal, hospital, accident, and pet wellness plans • 401(k) with matching • Paid Holidays • Paid Time Off • Career development and advancement • Professional development opportunities • Collaborative team culture