Aerospace Manufacturing Engineer: CNC & Process Optimization

6AM City, LLC; Kansas; On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

W3Global is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer (Level I/II/III) to develop, improve, and optimize manufacturing processes in an aerospace/precision machining environment. The role collaborates with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Programming teams to ensure efficiency, high quality, and on-time delivery.

This hands-on engineering role focuses on parts, processes, tooling, and CNC machining operations, with level determined by experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, aerospace, aircraft, or precision machining environments.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Knowledge of CNC machining processes, tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing methods.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel and Word).
• Experience with ERP systems (JobBoss or similar) preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods on the production floor.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop, improve, and maintain manufacturing processes, routings, and work instructions.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and CAD models to ensure manufacturability.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation and revision-controlled manufacturing data.
• Support CNC machining operations by resolving manufacturing and production issues.
• Design and improve tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Programming, Quality, and Production teams to improve efficiency and quality.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) from concept through production.
• Analyze production data to identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction.
• Lead or support root cause analysis and corrective actions for production and quality issues.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with customer, quality, and regulatory requirements, including ITAR where applicable.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance as appropriate for experience level.

Skills

Manufacturing environments

Read GD&T

CNC machining knowledge

Analytical problem-solving

Communication skills

MS Office

ERP systems

Multitasking

Stand for long periods

Overtime willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

Inventor

AutoCAD

Job description

W3Global is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer (Level I/II/III) to develop, improve, and optimize manufacturing processes in an aerospace/precision machining environment. The role collaborates with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Programming teams to ensure efficiency, high quality, and on-time delivery.

This hands-on engineering role focuses on parts, processes, tooling, and CNC machining operations, with level determined by experience and qualifications.