Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

About the role

This full‑time, benefits‑eligible position supports product development using both Additive Manufacturing (AM) and conventional methods, with a focus on sustainment activities for aerospace and other equipment components. The engineer will act as a “Product Owner,” shepherding projects through the full product development process, collaborating with manufacturing and qualification teams, and providing FEA analysis support. Additional responsibilities include reverse engineering, CAD design, GD&T‑driven 2D drawing generation, analysis and simulation, training material development, and participation in technical challenges and team support activities. The role operates in a highly agile environment, requiring strong teamwork, adaptability, and meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead product development efforts as Product Owner, following all process steps from concept through completion.
• Perform reverse engineering, CAD design, and GD&T‑based 2D drawing generation.
• Conduct simulation and FEA analysis using industry tools such as ANSYS.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and qualification teams to bring components to production.
• Develop and deliver training materials as needed.
• Participate in technical challenges and provide general team support.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
• Three or more years of experience in product development.
• Three or more years of experience with Computer Aided Design software, preferably SolidWorks.
• Three or more years of practical experience generating 2D drawings, including application of GD&T.
• Two or more years of experience performing simulation and FEA analysis using an industry standard tool such as ANSYS.
• Practical experience reverse‑engineering products or projects.
• Familiarity with a range of manufacturing processes (e.g., casting, forging, extrusion, CNC machining, injection molding, thermoforming).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to conduct extensive research, document findings, and write reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Effective interpersonal communication and presentation skills with coworkers and clients at all levels.
• Self‑motivation with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Proven ability to collaborate within a multi‑disciplinary team.
• Eligibility to work on U.S. government contracts (U.S. citizenship required).

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience with Laser Powder Bed Fusion printers.
• Hands‑on experience with industrial FDM printers.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• Disability coverage.
• Tuition assistance for employee and dependents.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.