CMA Applications Engineer
About the role
Due to the nature of the work environment, candidates must be a US person as defined by US export control regulations and eligible to access controlled unclassified information (CUI). The Applications Engineer will support the Center for Manufacturing Advancement (CMA) and the AMPRO Center of Excellence by leading advanced engineering and manufacturing activities. This role is responsible for overseeing complex CNC operations, implementing emerging technologies, and ensuring technical excellence and compliance across projects. The Applications Engineer works closely with machinists and cross-functional partners to ensure successful execution of subtractive manufacturing, inspection, and Industry 4.0 initiatives.
What makes this role different: this position sits at the intersection of advanced manufacturing, applied engineering, and industry partnership. The Applications Engineer will have hands‑on influence across a diverse portfolio of projects that support regional industry, workforce development, and applied research. Unlike traditional manufacturing roles, this position offers the opportunity to lead the implementation of emerging technologies, collaborate with a wide range of external stakeholders, and help shape how advanced manufacturing capabilities are developed and deployed through CMA and the AMPRO Center of Excellence. The work is highly technical, collaborative, and impact‑driven, with visibility across multiple industries and projects rather than a single production environment.