Aerospace Engineering Manager — CNC, NPI & Process Lead

Internetwork Expert; Euless (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Eight Paid Holidays

Job summary

Davis Machine in Euless, Texas is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead manufacturing engineering, CNC programming, and process development for aerospace machining and assembly. The role partners with customers and internal teams to ensure on-time delivery, budget adherence, and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in aerospace manufacturing, proven leadership of technical teams, and experience with OEMs/Tier 1.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive engineering experience in aerospace manufacturing environments.
• Minimum 5 years of engineering leadership experience managing technical engineering teams.
• Strong background in aerospace precision machining, assembly, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 customers including Lockheed Martin, Pratt & Whitney, GE Aerospace, Rolls-Royce, Safran, and Bell.
• Extensive knowledge and programming capability of CNC machining processes and CNC programming.
• Strong understanding and application of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Proven experience in program management and new product introduction.
• Proficiency in estimating, quoting, and cost analysis for aerospace manufacturing programs.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Project and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong understanding of AS9100 quality systems and aerospace regulatory requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Manufacturing Engineering, CNC Programming, Process Engineering, and Technical Support teams.
• Develop manufacturing processes for complex aerospace machining and assembled components.
• Provide technical oversight for CNC programming, tooling strategies, fixture design, and process optimization.
• Manage engineering support for production operations, ensuring efficient and cost-effective manufacturing methods.
• Review customer drawings, specifications, and requirements to ensure manufacturability and compliance.
• Apply advanced GD&T principles to manufacturing, inspection planning, and process development activities.
• Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) and transition programs from quotation through production launch.
• Develop project schedules, resource plans, and milestones using Microsoft Project.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of customer programs.
• Support estimating and quoting activities by developing manufacturing plans, cycle times, labor estimates, tooling requirements, and cost models.
• Interface directly with customers regarding technical issues, program status, manufacturing readiness, and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives to improve quality, delivery, and cost performance.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, customer-specific requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action activities related to quality and production issues.
• Recruit, mentor, develop, and evaluate engineering personnel to build a high-performing technical organization.
• Establish engineering metrics and KPIs to measure departmental performance and effectiveness.

Skills

Leadership experience

Aerospace manufacturing

CNC programming

GD&T

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, manufacturing or aerospace engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Davis Machine in Euless, Texas is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead manufacturing engineering, CNC programming, and process development for aerospace machining and assembly. The role partners with customers and internal teams to ensure on-time delivery, budget adherence, and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in aerospace manufacturing, proven leadership of technical teams, and experience with OEMs/Tier 1.