Aerospace Manufacturing Engineer I — Process & Quality

SDM Composites; California (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SDM Composites is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer I with at least 2 years of experience in aerospace fastener manufacturing or precision machining to support production processes, tooling, and quality initiatives for aerospace-grade screws and bolts.

You will document processes, manage drawings in SolidWorks and AutoCAD, develop work instructions, and collaborate with quality, production, and supply chain to resolve issues on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing or mechanical engineering or related discipline.
• High energy, self-motivated, self-started, and a team player.
• Excellent interpersonal skills when working with all departments.
• Proficient in MS Excel, PowerPoint & Word.
• Ability to create detailed drawings in SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Document current cold heading and hot forge processes.
• Ensure products meet aerospace standards with first article inspection.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing and quality issues on production floor.
• Update process drawings and tooling drawings with SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Create work instructions and production in-process standards.
• Maintain and update production routers in ERP/MRP.
• Assist with tooling & fixture design and process validation activities.
• Collaborate with quality, production, and supply chain teams to resolve production issues.
• Manage multiple projects & deliver high‑quality results in fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Skills

Strong communication

Self-motivated

Team player

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Word

GD&T reading

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing or mechanical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

SDM Composites is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer I with at least 2 years of experience in aerospace fastener manufacturing or precision machining to support production processes, tooling, and quality initiatives for aerospace-grade screws and bolts.

You will document processes, manage drawings in SolidWorks and AutoCAD, develop work instructions, and collaborate with quality, production, and supply chain to resolve issues on the shop floor.