Manufacturing Engineer - Grind

Job Overview

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Manufacturing Engineer - Grind

Leader, Mfg. Engineering Tech.

Onsite - Buffalo, NY

Our team in Military Aircraft Group is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer - Grind to join them. You will report to the Manufacturing Engineering Technical Leader and will have an onsite work schedule in East Aurora, NY.

• Develop detailed manufacturing instructions and N/C programs to produce precision parts, determining the best procedures, tooling, and sequencing to bring engineering drawings to life.
• Spend hands‑on time in production, troubleshooting issues, refining processes, and ensuring smooth operations for the parts you're responsible for.
• Generate operation sheets and manufacturing procedures to streamline fabrication, ensuring compatibility with engineering specs and suggesting design tweaks to boost producibility.
• Convert N/C program outlines into coded machine instructions, supporting operators during program prove‑outs to achieve flawless execution.
• Work closely with cross‑functional teams to optimize manufacturing processes, establish standard setup and run times, and propose innovative equipment or method changes.
• Lead efforts to rework discrepant parts, implement corrective actions, and reduce future issues, ensuring top‑n quality.
• Assist in cost estimates for new proposals, guide Associate Manufacturing Engineers, and coordinate with vendors to align internal and external operations.
• Promote and uphold fundamental safety principles across the team.

• Bachelor's degree, OR an Associate's degree with 6+ years of relevant experience, OR a High School diploma with 8+ years of relevant experience.
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience in /OD grinding, with a knack for working in tight tolerances (0.0005" or less).
• Proven ability setting up and operating machines, paired with stellar communication and documentation skills to collaborate with diverse teams.
• A problem‑solver's mindset, eager to innovate and improve processes in a high‑energy manufacturing environment.
• Broad knowledge of external and internal grinding techniques.

Buffalo, NY $80,000.00-$ Annually

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This position requires access to U.S. export‑controlled information.

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