Aerospace Manufacturing Engineering Manager-Lead & Optimize

Jobot

Riverton (CT)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 190,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Medical from Day 1

Company-Paid Dental & Life Insurance

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Generous PTO & Paid Holidays

Onsite leadership role

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager for aerospace programs in Riverton, CT. This on-site role leads a team of manufacturing engineers, driving Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement on high-precision aerospace components.

You will develop manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and boost throughput, while supporting NPI and production readiness. Cross-functional collaboration with Operations, Quality, and Program Management is essential, with a minimum

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (or related field).
Minimum 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience within aerospace, precision machining, or advanced manufacturing.
Minimum 3+ years of leadership experience managing engineering teams.
Strong background in CNC machining, aerospace manufacturing processes, tooling, and process development.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and aerospace specifications.
Experience supporting AS9100 quality systems.
Proven project management and organizational ability.
U.S. Person status (ITAR requirement) — hard screen.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of manufacturing engineers and technical staff.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
Develop and implement manufacturing processes that improve efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize throughput.
Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and production readiness activities.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and Program Management.
Analyze production data and implement corrective actions to improve KPIs.
Oversee process documentation, work instructions, routings, and manufacturing standards.
Lead capital equipment and automation projects from concept through implementation.
Ensure compliance with aerospace quality requirements and regulatory standards.
Support root cause investigations and corrective action activities.
Identify opportunities for cost reduction and operational improvement.
Champion a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.