Engineer- Manufacturing

DRT Holdings, LLC; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Performance Bonus

Day 1 Benefits

Machining Teams

Process Ownership

Career Growth

Aerospace Stability

Precision Parts

Job summary

DRT Aerospace is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer / CNC Programmer to support precision machining operations on the shop floor. You will develop CNC programs, optimize processes, and work directly with machinists to improve quality, productivity, and on-time delivery.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering (or equivalent), 5+ years of manufacturing/ CNC programming experience, and strong Mastercam and GD&T skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent manufacturing experience.
• 5+ years of Manufacturing Engineering, CNC Programming, or Process Engineering experience
• Strong Mastercam programming experience
• Experience supporting CNC mills, lathes, VTLs, or multi-axis machining centers
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge

Responsibilities

• Develop CNC programs and support program optimization using Mastercam
• Determine manufacturing methods, routing sequences, tooling, fixturing, and inspection requirements
• Support first article prove-outs and production launches
• Create setup sheets, operation sheets, and manufacturing documentation
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and production issues on the shop floor
• Develop manufacturing estimates and job quotes for precision-machined components
• Interpret blueprints and apply GD&T requirements
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, productivity, and cost reduction
• Partner closely with machinists, supervisors, quality personnel, and production teams

Skills

CNC Programming

Manufacturing Eng

GD&T

Blueprint Reading

Mastercam

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Mastercam

Siemens NX

Job description

Compensation : Performance Bonus + Day 1 Benefits & 401K

Shift Available

• 1st Shift | Monday - Friday | 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Are you a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer or CNC Programmer who prefers being on the shop floor instead of behind a desk? DRT Aerospace is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer / CNC Programmer to support precision machining operations, develop CNC programs, improve manufacturing processes, and work directly with machinists to drive production success.

This is an opportunity to make an immediate impact in a growing aerospace manufacturing facility where your work directly influences quality, efficiency, and on-time delivery.

What You'll Do

• Develop CNC programs and support program optimization using Mastercam
• Determine manufacturing methods, routing sequences, tooling, fixturing, and inspection requirements
• Support first article prove-outs and production launches
• Create setup sheets, operation sheets, and manufacturing documentation
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and production issues on the shop floor
• Develop manufacturing estimates and job quotes for precision-machined components
• Interpret blueprints and apply GD&T requirements
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, productivity, and cost reduction
• Partner closely with machinists, supervisors, quality personnel, and production teams

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent manufacturing experience
• 5+ years of Manufacturing Engineering, CNC Programming, or Process Engineering experience
• Strong Mastercam programming experience
• Experience supporting CNC mills, lathes, VTLs, or multi-axis machining centers
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Aerospace manufacturing experience
• Siemens NX CAD/CAM experience
• Fixture and tooling design experience
• First article and production prove-out experience
• Tool room or advanced machining experience

Why Join DRT Aerospace?

• Sign-On Bonus
• Performance Bonus Opportunity
• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k) Starting Day 1
• Work directly with production and machining teams
• Significant influence on manufacturing processes and operations
• Career growth opportunities into Senior Engineering and Leadership roles
• Stable aerospace industry with long-term growth potential
• Challenging, precision-machined aerospace components

This Role Is Perfect For:

• CNC Programmers looking to move into Engineering
• Manufacturing Engineers who enjoy shop-floor involvement
• CNC Machinists with advanced programming experience
• Process Engineers with machining and tooling expertise

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