Engineer- Manufacturing

Manufacturing Engineer - CNC Machining & Aerospace Job Description Day 1 Benefits & 401K DRT is making significant investments in our Winsted facility, including new CNC equipment, expanded machining capabilities, and long-term aerospace programs. We're seeking a Manufacturing Engineer who thrives in a precision machining environment and enjoys solving complex manufacturing challenges. This role is ideal for an engineer with strong CNC machining knowledge who wants to influence manufacturing processes, improve production efficiency, launch new equipment, and support continuous improvement initiatives that directly impact business performance. If you're passionate about process development, Lean Manufacturing, CNC operations, and driving operational excellence, this is an opportunity to build a long-term career with advancement potential into Senior Engineering and Engineering Leadership roles. What You'll Do Manufacturing Process Development Develop, improve, and maintain manufacturing processes, routings, tooling, fixtures, and work instructionsSupport new product introductions and manufacturing readiness activitiesOptimize cycle times, machine utilization, and production efficiencyEvaluate and implement process improvements that enhance quality, safety, and productivity CNC Machining & Production Support Partner with machinists, programmers, supervisors, and production teams to support daily operationsTroubleshoot CNC machining, tooling, fixture, and manufacturing process issuesSupport machining operations for complex aerospace componentsAssist with equipment installations, validation, and production startup activities Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving Lead root cause analysis and corrective action initiativesDrive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement projectsIdentify opportunities to reduce waste, improve throughput, and increase process capabilitySupport cost reduction and operational excellence initiatives Quality & Technical Support Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and customer requirementsCollaborate with Quality, Production, and Engineering teams to resolve manufacturing concernsCreate and maintain manufacturing documentation and process recordsSupport audits, process validation, and quality improvement activities Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field5+ years of Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, or CNC Manufacturing experienceStrong background in CNC machining and precision manufacturing environmentsExperience developing manufacturing processes, tooling, fixtures, and production workflowsAbility to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T requirementsProven troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills Preferred Qualifications Aerospace manufacturing experienceExperience with CNC mills, lathes, multi-axis machining, and complex precision componentsLean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement experienceKnowledge of Mastercam, Siemens NX, or other CAD/CAM softwareFixture design and process validation experienceExperience supporting new equipment launches and manufacturing scale-up initiatives Why Join Us? Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k) starting Day 1Tuition ReimbursementGenerous PTOGrowing aerospace business with long-term customer contractsSignificant investments in new CNC equipment and technologyOpportunities for advancement into Senior Manufacturing Engineer and Engineering Leadership positionsCollaborative culture focused on innovation, quality, and continuous improvement Apply today and help shape the future of aerospace manufacturing.