Aerospace Process Engineer – Lean & Six Sigma Leader

Precision Castparts Corp.; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC) in Carson City, NV, is seeking a Process Engineer to support aerospace manufacturing by developing and improving processes that enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

The role partners with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance to troubleshoot issues, drive Lean Six Sigma projects, reduce variability, and implement sustainable improvements. Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering discipline and prior manufacturing engineering experience are

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Materials, Chemical or related engineering discipline.
• Experience in manufacturing engineering or process engineering.
• Experience in aerospace, investment casting, foundry, heat treat, or heavy manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, statistical analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily engineering support to manufacturing operations by troubleshooting process issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Evaluate manufacturing processes and identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, throughput, and cost.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies to reduce process variation and eliminate waste.
• Analyze manufacturing data, scrap trends, rework, downtime, and process performance to identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop and implement process controls to ensure consistent product quality and repeatable manufacturing performance.
• Develop, maintain, and improve manufacturing processes, work instructions, engineering standards, and process documentation.
• Evaluate equipment capabilities, tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing methods to improve operational efficiency.
• Support new product introduction activities, engineering changes, and process validations.
• Develop and execute engineering trials to validate process improvements and manufacturing changes.
• Support automation, robotics, and manufacturing technology improvements where applicable.
• Partner with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Operations, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams to resolve manufacturing issues.
• Participate in root cause investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support customer requirements, internal audits, and quality investigations.
• Communicate technical recommendations and project status to plant leadership.
• Lead technical and capital improvement projects from concept through implementation.
• Develop project plans, timelines, and cost justifications.
• Monitor project performance and ensure objectives are achieved.
• Support equipment installations, startup activities, and process qualifications.
• Promote a safe work environment and incorporate safety into all engineering solutions.
• Ensure manufacturing processes comply with customer specifications, environmental regulations, and company standards.
• Support compliance with quality management systems, NADCAP, and applicable aerospace requirements.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

statistical analysis

continuous improvement

root cause analysis

PFMEA

SPC

DOE

communication skills

problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering discipline

Tools

PFMEA

SPC

DOE

Job description

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC) in Carson City, NV, is seeking a Process Engineer to support aerospace manufacturing by developing and improving processes that enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

The role partners with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance to troubleshoot issues, drive Lean Six Sigma projects, reduce variability, and implement sustainable improvements. Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering discipline and prior manufacturing engineering experience are