Manufacturing Engineer - 2nd Shift

Job Summary

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer with 3-5 years of experience to join the Sustainment Manufacturing Engineering Team (
Split Shift 11am-8pm
). This role focuses on developing and optimizing manufacturing processes, with a strong emphasis on lamination, metal deposition, coatings of acrylic-based applications. The ideal candidate will be eager to grow in a fast-paced aerospace environment and demonstrate foundational proficiency across core manufacturing engineering competencies.

• Support implementation of APQP
  * and AS9145
  * methodologies.
• Assist in developing PFMEA
  * s, control plans*, process flow diagrams*, and validation protocols.
• Contribute to first article inspection (FAIR*) and ensure AS9102 compliance.
• Apply strict clean room protocols
  * and SPC
  * analysis (Cp/Cpk*) to critical processes.
• Participate in process optimization
  * for repeatability, efficiency, and defect reduction.

• Support development and troubleshooting of:
• Lamination (composite or adhesive-based)
• Metal deposition (Vacuum Metalizing, thermal spray, plating, or additive processes)
• Coatings (functional, protective, or aesthetic)
• Acrylics (bonding, forming, or finishing)

• Interpret engineering drawings
  * and contribute to tooling design
  * and CAD
  * modeling (Siemens NX preferred).
• Assist in creating and maintaining work instructions
  * and revision control*.
• Support MRB*/PRB
  * activities and nonconformance disposition*.
• Participate in internal/external audits
  * and layered process audits.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100*, ISO
  9001*, and site corrective action process
  * es.

• Contribute to Lean projects
  * and capital/tooling implementation.
• Apply root cause analysis tools (DMAIC, 8D*, Fishbone*, 5-Whys*) to resolve issues.
• Collaborate cross-functionally
  * to align stakeholders
  * and support project execution.
• Present technical findings
  * and support project tracking*/reporting.

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering, preferably in aerospace or regulated environments.
• Exposure to lamination, metal deposition, coatings, or acrylic-based manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with APQP*, AS9145*, PFMEA*, SPC*, and FAIR
  * documentation.
• Working knowledge of ISO
  9000, AS9100*, or D1-9000 quality systems.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Must be a U.S. Person per ITAR regulations.
• Willingness to travel domestically and occasionally internationally (