Aerospace Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer I

AL TARIQ; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

POWERTECH in Abu Dhabi seeks an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer I to drive manufacturing process development and NPI for propulsion programs, including turbofan, microjet, and piston engines. You will work hands-on on machining and fabrication, developing routings, work instructions, and process documentation.

The role collaborates with design teams to improve manufacturability, supports supplier interactions, and contributes to shop-floor problem solving and continuous improvement in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• 2+ years of experience in aerospace or propulsion manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience in machining and/or fabrication of rotating and structural engine components.
• Experience supporting NPI, prototype builds, or production environments.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM systems and CNC programming for manufacturing process definition.
• Exposure to machining simulation software such as Vericut/Third Wave/CutPro is desirable.
• Practical knowledge of tooling, inserts, tool holders and cutting strategies for aerospace alloys.
• Understanding of fixture concepts, work-holding methods, and shop-floor best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate machining and fabrication processes for rotating and structural engine components.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities from prototype build through production readiness.
• Provide manufacturing feedback during design reviews to improve manufacturability and robustness.
• Support tolerance analysis, process selection, and material trade studies.
• Assist with supplier process reviews, part qualification, and issue resolution.
• Provide shop-floor support during process development, trials, and production builds.

Skills

CAD/CAM

CNC Programming

Machining & Fabrication

Problem Solving

Vericut / CAM software

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical/Aerospace/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Vericut

Third Wave

CutPro

Job description

POWERTECH in Abu Dhabi seeks an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer I to drive manufacturing process development and NPI for propulsion programs, including turbofan, microjet, and piston engines. You will work hands-on on machining and fabrication, developing routings, work instructions, and process documentation.

The role collaborates with design teams to improve manufacturability, supports supplier interactions, and contributes to shop-floor problem solving and continuous improvement in a