Manufacturing Engineer

Position Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Agility: Rapidly adjust production workflows and machine scheduling to meet changing customer demands and urgent aerospace/military delivery windows.
• CNC & CAM Optimization: Develop and refine CNC programs (Lathes/Mills) using CAM software (Mastercam/NX/SolidWorks) to reduce cycle times and improve first-pass yield.
• Waterjet & Fabrication: Lead the optimization of waterjet cutting processes, including nesting strategies to maximize material utilization and minimize prep time for secondary forging operations.
• Throughput Leadership: Identify bottlenecks in the machine shop and implement immediate technical solutions (tooling changes, fixture improvements, or sub-routine updates).
• Continuous Improvement: Partner with the Plant Manager to drive improvement initiatives, specifically focused on reducing operational times in the CNC department.
• Tooling & Fixturing: Support Design Engineering with specialized work holding on complex forged geometries.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 2–5 years of progressive experience in a CNC manufacturing environment
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in CAD/CAM software and a deep understanding of G-code. Experience with Waterjet operation is a significant plus.
• Educational Background: B.S. in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent hands-on experience).
• Mindset: A "bias for action." Ability to troubleshoot a machine issue at 7:00 AM and pivot to a planning meeting by 8:00 AM.
• Industry Standards: Familiarity with AS9100 or NADCAP requirements is highly desirable.