Aerospace Manufacturing Engineering Lead — Lean, CAD & CI

Top Echelon LLC; Bay Shore (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with company benefits

Paid Time Off

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Top Echelon LLC's aerospace client is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead a team of manufacturing engineers, improve production processes, and develop efficient manufacturing methods.

The role collaborates across engineering, operations, quality, and supply chain to ensure cost‑effective production, apply Lean and Kaizen, manage BOMs, CAD documentation (CATIA V5), and maintain the highest quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering preferred (Associate's Degree considered with relevant experience).
• Minimum 5 years of Manufacturing Engineering experience.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience.
• Experience in aerospace or precision manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and production planning.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Manufacturing Engineers.
• Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Evaluate and improve manufacturing methods, workflows, and production processes.
• Estimate production times, labor requirements, equipment needs, and manufacturing costs.
• Create and maintain CAD models and manufacturing documentation using CATIA V5 or similar CAD software.
• Generate engineering drawings and product structures that accurately reflect customer requirements.
• Establish manufacturing tolerances and process documentation.
• Support production and subcontractors with engineering solutions and technical guidance.
• Coordinate engineering priorities with Operations, Quality, Purchasing, and Production teams.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and Kaizen initiatives focused on quality, efficiency, and waste reduction.
• Resolve manufacturing challenges through analytical problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with company safety and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership experience

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Associate's Degree with relevant experience

Tools

CATIA V5

Epicor ERP

Job description

Top Echelon LLC's aerospace client is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead a team of manufacturing engineers, improve production processes, and develop efficient manufacturing methods.

The role collaborates across engineering, operations, quality, and supply chain to ensure cost‑effective production, apply Lean and Kaizen, manage BOMs, CAD documentation (CATIA V5), and maintain the highest quality standards.