Principal Manufacturing Engineer (SSF)

Singapore Aero Engine Services Private Limited (SAESL); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical Coverage

Company Transport

Training/Career Progression

Job summary

Singapore Aero Engine Services Private Limited (SAESL) in Singapore is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to develop, implement, and continuously improve manufacturing processes for engine components, ensuring safe, high-quality, and on-time delivery.

You will drive process optimization, support NADCAP and quality improvements, and lead lean manufacturing initiatives using DMAIC and Six Sigma tools, collaborating with cross-functional teams and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Degree in Aeronautical, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of high-bypass gas turbine engines.
• Good understanding of aerospace manufacturing and component repair processes.
• Experience with welding, machining, painting, coating, and other repair technologies.
• Familiarity with quality tools and methodologies such as Six Sigma, DMAIC, FAIR, MSA, and NADCAP requirements.
• Experience in process improvement, manufacturing engineering, or production support environments is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with HSE requirements and support the Zero Harm programme.
• Identify product safety risks and implement mitigation measures per Safety Management System.
• Develop, improve, and sustain manufacturing processes supporting Right First Time quality and delivery.
• Support quality investigations, corrective actions, and NADCAP compliance.
• Manage FAIR, MSA, and process or method changes within the area of responsibility.
• Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues involving repair, balancing, runout, strip/build processes, and equipment.
• Support productivity improvement, cost reduction, and CONQ targets.
• Establish and improve operational standards with cross-functional teams and suppliers.
• Provide technical leadership and engineering decisions on manufacturing processes and methods.
• Lead continuous improvement and lean initiatives using SPS, DMAIC, Six Sigma.
• Ensure production readiness for new capabilities, methods, and NPI activities.
• Develop and maintain Production Technical Packages and documentation.
• Use data-driven approaches to monitor and improve process capability across facility and supply chain.

Skills

Process optimization

Lean manufacturing

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aeronautical/Manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

Six Sigma

DMAIC

FAIR

MSA

NADCAP

Job description

About SAESL A joint venture company between Rolls-Royce Plc and SIA Engineering Company. The company first started operations in 2001 and has since become a market leader for both engine overhaul and component repair services.

About SAESL A joint venture company between Rolls-Royce Plc and SIA Engineering Company. The company first started operations in 2001 and has since become a market leader for both engine overhaul and component repair services.

Why Join SAESL

• Staff Benefits (Comprehensive Medical Coverage, Flexible Benefits, Company Transport)
• Training/Career Progression Opportunities
• Job Security

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving manufacturing processes to ensure safe, high-quality, cost-effective, and on-time delivery of engine components and assemblies. The role drives operational excellence through process optimization, technical problem-solving, quality improvement, production readiness, and the deployment of lean manufacturing principles while supporting compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements and actively support the Zero Harm programme.
• Identify product safety risks and implement mitigation measures in accordance with the Safety Management System.
• Develop, improve, and sustain manufacturing processes that support Right First Time (RFT) quality and delivery objectives.
• Support quality investigations, corrective actions, and compliance with NADCAP accreditation requirements.
• Manage FAIR, MSA, and process or method changes within the assigned area of responsibility.
• Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues involving component repair, balancing, runout, strip/build processes, and production equipment.
• Support productivity improvement initiatives, cost reduction activities, and Cost of Non-Quality (CONQ) targets.
• Establish, maintain, and improve operational standards in collaboration with cross-functional teams and suppliers.
• Provide technical leadership and make engineering decisions related to manufacturing processes and methods.
• Identify and lead continuous improvement, innovation, and lean manufacturing initiatives using tools such as SPS, DMAIC, and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Ensure production readiness for new manufacturing capabilities, methods, and new product introduction (NPI) activities.
• Develop and maintain Production Technical Packages, including technical instructions, programs, tooling, and manufacturing documentation.
• Utilize data-driven approaches to monitor and improve process capability across the facility and supply chain.

Qualification / Experience

• Degree in Aeronautical, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of high-bypass gas turbine engines.
• Good understanding of aerospace manufacturing and component repair processes.
• Experience with welding, machining, painting, coating, and other repair technologies.
• Familiarity with quality tools and methodologies such as Six Sigma, DMAIC, FAIR, MSA, and NADCAP requirements.
• Experience in process improvement, manufacturing engineering, or production support environments is advantageous.