Manufacturing Engineer

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our Ground Test Division, which designs and manufactures test equipment for major engine programs. This role focuses on developing and improving manufacturing processes and tooling for composite part fabrication, supporting production activities, and driving process improvements to ensure quality and efficiency within tight build schedules.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance manufacturing processes and tooling for composite part fabrication.
• Support production activities and troubleshoot issues to ensure seamless operations.
• Drive process improvements to maintain quality and efficiency within tight build schedules.
• Create detailed work instructions, bills of materials, and specifications.
• Collaborate with design and production teams to ensure manufacturability.
• Assist with material selection and validate new processes and repairs.
• Train production staff and address nonconforming material.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards.
• Utilize data-driven problem-solving to support continuous improvement and overall product quality.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) or equivalent experience.
• At least 3 years of experience with composite materials.
• Effective problem identification and solution skills.
• Strong project ownership, execution, and proactive mentality.
• Experience with mechanical manufacturing processes such as machining, joints, fasteners, and welding.
• Experience in relevant industries like aerospace, defense, automotive, or similar.
• Proficiency in GD&T and print interpretation.
• Experience with Creo and NDT techniques.
• Knowledge of PFMEA implementation.

Skills

• Experience with Computer Aided Design Software: Creo/Windchill or NX/FiberSIM/TeamCenter.
• Familiarity with Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) techniques, such as ultrasonic testing, eddy current, FPI, camera optics, and X-ray.
• Experience with design for manufacturing and assembly.
• Understanding of manufacturing cost and reproducibility.

Schedule

• 45-hour work week, starting between 7-8 AM, Monday to Friday.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $59.00/hr. Individual compensation will depend on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available.
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents).
• Short and long-term disability.
• Health Spending Account (HSA).
• Transportation benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

This is a fully onsite, Contract to Hire position based in Lansing, MI.