Manufacturing Engineer

This range is provided by Astronics LSI. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

$65,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr

Astronics LSI in East Aurora, NY is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer who’s ready to help optimize and evolve our production processes. In this role, you’ll work closely with cross‑functional teams—from planning and design to procurement and operations—to improve manufacturing methods, maximize efficiency, and help bring innovative products to life.

This position is ideal for someone with a solid foundation in manufacturing engineering who is eager to grow their skills in a hands‑on, fast‑paced environment supporting complex electromechanical systems.

• Evaluate and improve manufacturing methods=? workflows
• Collaborate on equipment layout and workspace design for optimal efficiency
• Work with planning, design, and tooling teams to streamline production processes
• Analyze production times, staffing needs, and cost estimates to support business decisions
• Consult with vendors to ensure products meet quality standards and specs
• Ask about applying statistical tools to forecast manufacturing capacity and identify opportunities
• Contribute to internal audit documentation and SOX compliance (as needed)

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
• 1–3 years of relevant manufacturing experience
• Knowledge of electromechanical systems, machining, electronics, and painting processes
• Bonus points for experience with photometric equipment, chemical processing/formulations
• Familiarity with statistical analysis and process documentation

• Flexibility that works: 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off
• Professional growth:
  Continuing education support, certifications, and exposure to governance, risk, and compliance tools at a global scale.
• A culture that values balance:
  Work with a high‑performing, motivated team that also promotes positivity and collaboration.
• Competitive rewards:
  Benefits start the first of the month after hire, quarterly bonus tied to company profitability, 401(k) with 3% company contribution, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid holidays (including a full Christmas week shut‑down), and comprehensive health/vision/dental coverage.
• Base salary: $65,000 - $75,000, influenced by several factors including experience, skill set, education, certifications, market conditions, and business needs.
• Quarterly Profit Sharing Bonus
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• Health & Well‑being:
  Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, HSA, and additional voluntary coverage options.
• Financial Security: 401K & Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Work‑Life Harmony:
  Employee Assistance Program and a culture that promotes work‑life balance.

Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world’s aerospace, defense, and other mission‑critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions. Astronics works side‑by‑side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer‑focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, military branches, completion centers, and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics.

We উদ্ধ offer our breadth of technology solutions and services through 11lica subsidiary business units and numerous award‑winning product brands. Serving our customers is our first priority, and every day we honor this mission with quality, partnership, and energetic global vision.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Entry level

Full‑time

Manufacturing, Engineering, and Production

Defense and Space Manufacturing and Aviation and sistema Aerospace Component Manufacturing