Manufacturing & Quality Engineer I - Precision Machining

Drake is a high-tech manufacturing company based in Cypress, TX. We proudly serve leading customers in aircraft, space, energy, semiconductor, defense, and medical, among countless others. We work together in a collaborative, supportive manner. Our employees are valued, empowered, and provided with hands-on training. As a growing company, we have ongoing opportunities for career development and professional growth. At Drake, customers are our focus, and we build success together.

Position Summary

The ideal candidate will be responsible for new product introduction, quality engineering, and continuous improvement while partnering with engineering, production, and sales to deliver innovative customer solutions.

What Success Looks Like

During your first year, you will:

• Learn our products, machining processes, equipment, and quality systems.
• Lead new product introductions from quotation through production.
• Support machining process development, troubleshooting, and optimization.
• Strengthen root cause analysis and corrective action effectiveness.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance quality, efficiency, or cost.
• Partner with engineering, production, and sales to support successful product launches.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience in a machining/manufacturing environment.
• Experience with CNC machining, machine shop operations, manufacturing processes, or related production environments.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical requirements.
• Familiarity with GD&T, dimensional inspection, and precision measurement preferred.
• Experience with quality management systems.
• Knowledge of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective Actions (CAPA).
• Continuous Improvement experience.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Work Environment

Open shop floor/manufacturing office environment with frequent, direct interaction with on-site production facilities.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, during standard business hours.

Why Join Drake?

Drake offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, paid time off, and a 401(k), along with a collaborative culture built on integrity, innovation, and continuous improvement. We are committed to helping our employees grow through hands-on experience, ongoing training, and opportunities for career advancement.