AFP Manufacturing Engineer - Onsite Aerospace Precision

Cimarron Software Services, Inc.; Briggs (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with Company Matching

Education reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Cimarron is seeking an AFP Manufacturing Engineer to develop and optimize automated composite layup processes and oversee AFP programming using Ingersoll AFP systems in Briggs, TX. This role supports production by generating precise ply programs, improving part quality, and reducing cycle time.

You will collaborate with design engineering, NC programming, operations, quality, and maintenance, implementing process improvements and writing standard work instructions.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in carbon fiber composite aerospace manufacturing.
• Automated Fiber Placement (AFP) programming experience.
• Experience with machine efficiency analysis and process improvements.
• CAD skills and AFP programming proficiency.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development of AFP ply programs using Ingersoll Gen2 and Vericut tools.
• Translate models and lamination schedules into executable AFP paths.
• Support machine setup, calibration, and laser alignment for first article production.
• Analyze machine paths to reduce defects and improve efficiency.
• Validate AFP programs via simulations and dry runs with operators.
• Collaborate with design engineering for manufacturability feedback.
• Document standard work instructions and best practices.

Skills

AFP programming

Carbon fiber composites

Aerospace manufacturing

Process improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Ingersoll Gen2 (AFP)

Vericut (VCP/VCS)

CAD software

Job description

Cimarron is seeking an AFP Manufacturing Engineer to develop and optimize automated composite layup processes and oversee AFP programming using Ingersoll AFP systems in Briggs, TX. This role supports production by generating precise ply programs, improving part quality, and reducing cycle time.

You will collaborate with design engineering, NC programming, operations, quality, and maintenance, implementing process improvements and writing standard work instructions.