About the Role:

The Manufacturing Engineer II, also known as a Mid-Level Manufacturing Engineer or Aerospace Manufacturing Engineer, is responsible for optimizing production processes, improving manufacturing efficiency, and supporting precision machining operations in a regulated environment. This role focuses on process development, tooling design, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver high-quality components. Ideal candidates have strong experience in CNC machining, lean manufacturing, and aerospace quality standards such as AS9100 and ISO9001.

Responsibilities:

Lead engineering reviews of in-process inspection results, analyze data, and drive corrective actions for quality improvements
Facilitate Production Readiness Reviews, ensuring accurate documentation control and manufacturing release compliance
Develop and maintain manufacturing routers and travelers within ERP systems to support production and quality workflows
Create and optimize manufacturing plans, setup sheets, and process documentation for CNC machining operations
Estimate manufacturing costs, establish cycle times, and recommend tooling, fixturing, and process improvements
Design fixtures, workholding, and tooling using CAD software such as SolidWorks to support production efficiency
Generate detailed 2D drawings and technical documentation to support inspection and manufacturing processes
Manage engineering change requests, ensuring revision control and ERP system updates for customer drawings and models
Define and validate manufacturing processes through blueprint interpretation, process testing, and equipment evaluation
Support compliance with ISO9001, AS9100, and ITAR standards by developing and maintaining procedures and documentation
Lead root cause analysis and corrective action initiatives using RCCA tools such as 5 Whys, fishbone diagrams, and Pareto analysis
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to reduce scrap, improve yield, and lower manufacturing costs through lean principles
Identify and implement continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives within the manufacturing environment
Serve as a technical liaison with customers, vendors, and internal teams to resolve product and process issues
Provide hands-on technical guidance and training to machinists and production personnel on new processes and best practices

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, CNC machining, or process engineering
At least 2 years of experience working within an AS9100 or aerospace-regulated manufacturing environment
Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks and CAM software such as Mastercam
Strong knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, GD&T, including ASME Y14.5 standards
Experience with ERP systems, production planning, and manufacturing documentation control
Demonstrated expertise in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and waste reduction methodologies
Experience conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive actions
Strong technical writing, problem-solving, and project management skills
Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across engineering, quality, and operations teams

Desired Qualifications:

Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification, or willingness to obtain certification
Advanced certifications such as Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt
Certified SolidWorks Associate or Professional certification
Project Management Professional certification or equivalent project management experience
Experience in aerospace, defense, or precision machining industries
Advanced knowledge of multi-axis CNC machining, tooling optimization, and process validation

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