This Manufacturing Engineer role focuses on providing hands-on support to precision CNC machining operations in an aerospace-focused environment. You will optimize manufacturing processes, resolve complex machining and tooling issues on the shop floor, and lead technical training in multi-axis machining areas. The position involves CNC programming using GibbsCAM, CAD/CAM work, and close collaboration with cross-functional teams to improve quality, efficiency, and cost performance while maintaining compliance with aerospace and other regulated standards.

• Provide hands-on support to manufacturing operations by troubleshooting and resolving complex machining, tooling, and CNC programming challenges directly on the shop floor.
• Evaluate existing manufacturing methods and implement process improvements that reduce cycle times, lower production costs, and consolidate multiple operations into efficient single-run processes.
• Lead training and onboarding efforts for team members in Multi-Axis and Lynx machining areas, helping build and maintain strong technical proficiency across the workforce.
• Serve as the primary resource for Laser Marking equipment, including process development, equipment setup, optimization, and training of operators and technicians.
• Develop, verify, and maintain CNC programs using GibbsCAM (Virtual Gibbs), ensuring that programs support efficient, repeatable, and high-quality machining operations.
• Create and update CAD models and associated drawings to support manufacturing processes, tooling design, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage tooling information, including selection, documentation, and maintenance of tooling databases to support consistent and reliable machining performance.
• Ensure that process documentation, including work instructions and setup sheets, remains accurate, current, and aligned with best practices and quality requirements.
• Support Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities by contributing manufacturing input, reviewing requirements, and helping to ensure robust process development.
• Participate in contract review activities by providing technical assessments, manufacturability feedback, and input on process capability and risk.
• Provide run-time estimates and other technical data to support quoting efforts, enabling accurate cost and schedule projections for new and existing work.
• Facilitate effective technical communication between departments and across shifts to ensure consistent understanding of processes, requirements, and changes.
• Drive and support continuous process improvement initiatives focused on quality, throughput, and cost reduction within a precision CNC machining environment.
• Apply knowledge of aerospace and other regulated manufacturing standards to ensure processes meet applicable quality and compliance requirements.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience within a precision CNC machining environment serving the aerospace industry.
• 2–5 years of experience in an Applications Engineering role in CNC machining, preferably within aerospace.
• Demonstrated experience with Multi-Axis machine setups in a production environment.
• Demonstrated experience with Lynx machine setups and associated processes.
• Strong background in manufacturing engineering with a focus on process improvement, tooling, and CNC machining.
• Hands-on experience identifying and resolving machining, tooling, and CNC programming issues on the shop floor.
• Proficiency in GibbsCAM (Virtual Gibbs) for CNC programming.
• Experience using CAD/CAM platforms to develop and maintain models and manufacturing data.
• Experience with Epicor ERP systems or similar enterprise resource planning tools in a manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of process improvement methodologies applied to machining operations, including cycle time reduction and cost optimization.
• Familiarity with AS9100 aerospace standards or experience working in another highly regulated manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of mechanical and aerospace manufacturing principles.
• Ability to train and mentor others in multi-axis machining, Lynx operations, and related processes.
• Effective communication skills to support cross-functional collaboration and clear technical documentation.

• Experience with Swiss machining, including setup and operation, is strongly preferred.
• Prior exposure to aerospace manufacturing environments, including precision tolerances and complex geometries.
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