Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Manager – Propulsion & NPI

Edge Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Abu Dhabi seeks an Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to establish and lead advanced manufacturing facilities for propulsion components. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, expertise in machining and fabrication, and proven capability in greenfield setups. This role involves leading New Product Introduction initiatives and mentoring the manufacturing engineering team while ensuring best practices and compliance. The position offers an opportunity to shape cutting-edge manufacturing processes in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in aerospace or propulsion manufacturing.
• Proven experience in greenfield setup, capital investment, and industrialization.
• Strong expertise in advanced machining and fabrication of rotating and structural engine components.

Responsibilities

• Lead the greenfield setup of advanced manufacturing facilities for propulsion components.
• Drive New Product Introduction (NPI) execution from prototype through production readiness.
• Lead manufacturing cost estimation, tracking, and improvement initiatives.
• Build, lead, and mentor the manufacturing engineering team.

Skills

Advanced machining techniques

Leadership

Project management

Manufacturing process development

Continuous improvement methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Manufacturing Engineering

Job description

A leading aerospace company in Abu Dhabi seeks an Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to establish and lead advanced manufacturing facilities for propulsion components. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, expertise in machining and fabrication, and proven capability in greenfield setups. This role involves leading New Product Introduction initiatives and mentoring the manufacturing engineering team while ensuring best practices and compliance. The position offers an opportunity to shape cutting-edge manufacturing processes in a dynamic environment.