Engineering Manager - Precision Manufacturing & Hands-On Execution

Atlas Gunworks; Shelburne (VT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas Gunworks in a precision manufacturing environment seeks an Engineering Manager to lead Design Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering functions, translating design intent into repeatable, high-yield production results.

You will own process development, fixture strategy, GD&T rigor, and continuous improvement, mentoring engineers, driving manufacturing readiness, and aligning teams with launch schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or related field
• 10+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing environments
• Leadership experience managing engineering teams
• Direct experience within CNC machining operations
• Background in aerospace, defense, or equivalent tight-tolerance industries

Responsibilities

• Lead Design Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering functions
• Build technical roadmaps aligned to production scaling needs
• Establish engineering execution standards and accountability systems
• Lead prototype builds and proof-of-concept validation
• Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence across manufacturing engineering

Skills

Leadership

CNC machining

Fixture design

GD&T proficiency

Aerospace/defense domain

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Job description

Atlas Gunworks in a precision manufacturing environment seeks an Engineering Manager to lead Design Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering functions, translating design intent into repeatable, high-yield production results.

You will own process development, fixture strategy, GD&T rigor, and continuous improvement, mentoring engineers, driving manufacturing readiness, and aligning teams with launch schedules.