Manufacturing Engineer (Aerospace)

Manufacturing Engineer (Aerospace)

$100000 - $125000 per year | Phoenix, AZ | On-site | Permanent

Aerospace & Defense | Huge Growth & Investments | Fabrication & Machining

A bit about us:

We are an established aerospace and defense manufacturer producing complex metal components and assemblies. Our operations bring together fabrication, forming, machining, welding, and assembly to support demanding aerospace applications.

Following a recent private equity acquisition, we are entering a period of significant growth with substantial investment planned over the next five years. We are adding an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to improve production processes, solve technical challenges, and support expanding manufacturing capabilities.

Why join us?

Established aerospace manufacturer with new private equity backing

Substantial investment planned over the next five years

Opportunity to help shape manufacturing processes as the business grows

Broad technical exposure across fabrication, machining, tooling, and assembly

Hands-on work with complex aerospace components

Opportunities to take on additional responsibility as operations expand

Job Details

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer with strong aerospace fabrication and machining experience. The ideal candidate brings 7+ years of relevant experience and can translate engineering drawings into practical, repeatable manufacturing processes.

You will work closely with production and quality teams to develop process plans, improve tooling, troubleshoot manufacturing issues, and support efficient production.

Responsibilities

Create detailed work instructions, manufacturing operation travelers, setup sheets, process plans, and routers

Design and validate machining processes for complex aerospace fabrications and assemblies

Develop tooling solutions, including fixtures, workholding, gauges, and cutting tools

Review technical drawings for manufacturability and recommend process improvements

Troubleshoot manufacturing and quality issues with production and quality teams

Support continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives

Improve process consistency, production efficiency, and product quality

Maintain accurate manufacturing documentation and incorporate process changes

Ensure processes meet customer specifications and aerospace manufacturer requirements

Qualifications

Ideally 7+ years of relevant manufacturing engineering experience

Strong background in aerospace fabrication, welding, forming, machining, and processing

At least 2 years developing machining processes for complex parts or assemblies

At least 3 years of experience supporting equipment and processes such as press brakes, computer numerical control punching, laser cutting, hydroforming, mills, lathes, and welding

SolidWorks proficiency required

Mastercam experience preferred

Experience developing tooling, fixtures, workholding, and manufacturing documentation

Experience with aerospace materials and original equipment manufacturer requirements

Ability to interpret technical drawings and resolve production challenges

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience

Must meet applicable United States Person requirements for access to technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations

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