Sr. Manufacturing Engineering Manager

About the role

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer Manager leads the Manufacturing Engineering team, overseeing machining and special process development, CNC and CMM programming, tool and fixture design, and process validation. This role supports Value Stream leadership in productivity improvement, lead time reduction, and New Product Development (NPD) activities, ensuring all customer and internal cost requirements are met or exceeded.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and optimization of manufacturing processes including assembly, testing, tooling, fabrication, and SPC while ensuring compliance with company policies, customer requirements, and AS9100 standards.
• Drive continuous improvement through setup reduction, visual standard work, cost-reduction initiatives, Value Stream Mapping, and Kaizen activities aligned with Crane Business Systems (CBS).
• Evaluate and approve engineering requests, determining feasibility, make/buy status, and workload priorities; collaborate cross-functionally to ensure cost-effective manufacturing for new and revised products.
• Prepare and manage departmental budgets; oversee justification, selection, and acquisition of capital equipment to support operational efficiency.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities through participation in IPTs and ensure successful internal manufacturing readiness.
• Provide leadership and guidance to assigned personnel, ensuring adherence to company policies, work rules, and applicable Bargaining Unit Agreements.

Qualifications

• Experience: 8+ years of relevant experience demonstrating expertise in manufacturing engineering and process development.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of continuous improvement tools, raw materials, production processes, quality control, and cost optimization techniques.
• Skills: Critical thinking, time management, decision-making, and excellent communication skills; ability to motivate and develop teams effectively.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in electrical, Electro-mechanical, Industrial, or Mechanical.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (MBA or MS) preferred.

Working Conditions

• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment.
• Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE.
• May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes.

Schedule

• Schedule will fluctuate depending on the needs of the business.

Top Benefits

• Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month.
• Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match.
• Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment.

Company Information

• As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy:
• Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month.
• Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match.
• Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment.

Salary Range

• $185,500.00 to $220,000.00.

Equal Opportunity Employer

• We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes.
• We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines.
• Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.
• In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check.