Engineering Manager - CNC Machining & Aerospace

DRT Holdings; Winsted (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

401(k)

Benefits

Job summary

DRT Aerospace in Winsted, CT is seeking an Engineering Manager for CNC machining and aerospace. You will lead a team of Manufacturing Engineers and professionals, driving lean initiatives, process optimization, and NPI readiness to improve productivity, quality and cost performance.

You will coach, develop, and align engineering priorities with business goals, while partnering with cross-functional leaders to foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline.
• 7+ years of Manufacturing Engineering experience in aerospace, CNC machining, precision machining, or advanced manufacturing.
• 3+ years of engineering leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling, machining, and process optimization.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of GD&T, engineering drawings, and aerospace quality systems.
• Experience supporting AS9100 environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing engineering strategy for aerospace machining operations.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Improve productivity, throughput, quality, and cost performance.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and production readiness activities.
• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes, tooling, and work instructions.
• Lead capital equipment and automation projects.
• Analyze production data and implement sustainable process improvements.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective action initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100 and aerospace customer requirements.
• Drive operational excellence across safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Influence &collaboration

Communication

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Job description

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Engineering Manager - CNC Machining & Aerospace

FT REG-V0 CO POLICY Management Winsted, CT, US

Sign On Bonus!!

Competitive Salary + Annual Bonus + Benefits & 401k Day #1

At DRT Aerospace, engineering leaders don't sit on the sidelines. As our Engineering Manager, you'll have the opportunity to drive meaningful change across aerospace manufacturing operations while leading a talented team of engineers focused on innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

This is a high-impact leadership role where your ideas, technical expertise, and ability to develop people will directly influence production performance, quality, customer satisfaction, and business growth.

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Manufacturing Engineers and technical professionals

Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement

Provide coaching, performance feedback, and career development opportunities

Build engineering capability through training and knowledge sharing

Partner with cross-functional leaders to align engineering priorities with business objectives

Drive employee engagement and create a high-performing team environment

Technical Leadership Responsibilities

Lead manufacturing engineering strategy for aerospace machining operations

Drive Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives

Improve productivity, throughput, quality, and cost performance

Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and production readiness activities

Develop and optimize manufacturing processes, tooling, and work instructions

Lead capital equipment and automation projects

Analyze production data and implement sustainable process improvements

Support root cause investigations and corrective action initiatives

Ensure compliance with AS9100 and aerospace customer requirements

Drive operational excellence across safety, quality, delivery, and cost

What We're Looking For

Leadership Experience

Proven success leading, mentoring, and developing engineering teams

Ability to influence, motivate, and build trust across all levels of the organization

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Experience leading through change and driving organizational improvements

Technical Experience

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

7+ years of Manufacturing Engineering experience in aerospace, CNC machining, precision machining, or advanced manufacturing

3+ years of engineering leadership experience

Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling, machining, and process optimization

Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement methodologies

Knowledge of GD&T, engineering drawings, and aerospace quality systems

Experience supporting AS9100 environments

Why Join DRT Aerospace?

Join a company where engineering leadership drives results. As Manufacturing Engineering Manager, you'll lead a talented team, influence manufacturing strategy, and champion initiatives that improve performance across the business.

If you're ready to lead people, advance technology, and elevate aerospace manufacturing, we want to hear from you!