Aerospace Manufacturing Engineering Manager

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Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly experienced and technically sound professional to lead the Manufacturing Engineering and New Product Introduction (NPI) functions in a high-precision aerospace manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in process planning, machining strategies, and hands-on experience on the shop floor—particularly with high-precision components.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee

  end-to-end process planning

  for aerospace detail part manufacturing.
• Lead

  project planning

  , including resource identification, scheduling, and milestone tracking.
• Manage

  First Article Inspections (FAI)

  and ensure smooth

  New Product Development/Introduction (NPD/NPI)

  .
• Identify appropriate

  machining processes, fixtures, and tooling strategies

  for complex components.
• Apply knowledge of

  CNC milling, turning

  , and other critical aerospace machining processes.
• Ensure compliance with

  special processes

  and handle a variety of

  aerospace-grade materials

  .
• Interpret and implement

  GD&T as per ASME standards

  in process planning and execution.
• Oversee

  special tool design, procurement, and management

  .
• Create and maintain

  PPAP and PFMEA

  documentation.
• Utilize standard clamping elements and recommend optimal solutions for fixture design.
• Ensure strict adherence to

  Configuration Management

  , including

  Engineering Change Notices (ECN)

  and change control processes.
• Drive

  continuous improvement initiatives

  in manufacturing efficiency and process optimization.
• Experience with

  Mastercam

  software will be considered a strong advantage.
• Ensure full compliance with

  AS9100

  quality standards.

Candidate Profile:

• Hands-on shop floor experience is a must

  – candidates with only virtual manufacturing experience will not be considered.
• Demonstrated expertise in handling

  high-precision components

  in a live production environment.
• Strong leadership qualities with the ability to mentor and lead cross-functional teams.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.