Lead Assembly Manufacturing Engineer

Middle River Aerostructure Systems; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 88,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Immediate 401k vesting

Educational Assistance

Paid Time off

Job summary

ST Engineering MRAS in Baltimore, MD is seeking a Lead Assembly Manufacturing Engineer to support assembly for legacy and NPI programs, troubleshoot hands‑on with production tools and operators, and lead process improvements to reduce labor hours and increase productivity.

The role requires a BS in Mechanical Engineering and 4+ years in fabrication and assembly, with CATIA V5, GD&T, and lean manufacturing experience.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field (accredited).
• 4+ years of technical engineering and hands‑on experience with fabrication and mechanical assembly.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, tolerances and specifications.
• U.S. Person status or export-control authorization required.

Responsibilities

• Provide production troubleshooting support and daily direction to both hourly and salary manufacturing personnel.
• Develop and maintain assembly work instructions, repair plans, and vendor fabrication instructions.
• Design and implement new and revised assembly and inspection tooling.
• Review, interpret, and approve engineering drawings and specifications.
• Lead process improvement, driving labor hour and cycle reduction initiatives and enhanced productivity.
• Provide ME/DFM input on proposals, NPI design activity, and engineering change requests.
• Pursue new technology initiatives and R&D.
• Lead and support equipment upgrades through research, analysis, selection, purchase, and installation.
• Author SOWs for tools and equipment designed and manufactured externally.
• Ensure processes prioritize safety and ergonomics.
• Support FAA, NADCAP, AS9100, and Customer audit activity
• Investigate product quality issues and implement RCCA improvements.
• Participate in cross‑functional meetings with operations, quality, design, and program management
• Lead activities related to factory layout and capacity planning.

Skills

CAD experience

Catia V5 experience

Aerospace background

GD&T experience

Lean Manufacturing experience

Strong communication skills

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Position Title: Lead Assembly Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Baltimore, MD, US, 21220

Company Name: STENA

Description:

Who YOU are and what YOU can become

Support all aspects of assembly for legacy and NPI programs to improve safety, quality, cost, delivery, and new technology development. The role is a mix of technical work and of hands‑on troubleshooting with production tools, parts, and operators.

Who WE are and where WE are going

At ST Engineering MRAS, our employees have amazing opportunities to work on advanced technologies and systems that support thousands of customers and millions of people worldwide every day. From the first flight across the Pacific Ocean to developing highly complex structures for the most popular aircraft in the world, we have come a long way always with a can‑do approach to problem solving while delighting customers with our high say‑do ratio. We are looking for people with innovative ideas and the drive to help us grow into the future.

A pioneer in the production and assembly of complex aerostructures including aircraft and rocket components, engine nacelle systems, thrust reversers and advanced composite products, we apply the latest digital technologies and automation in composite design and manufacturing that are second to none. At ST Engineering MRAS, we are also rapidly augmenting our maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities leveraging the company’s expanded aircraft nacelle portfolio as well as it’s materials and processing expertise.

What YOU will do

• Provide production troubleshooting support and daily direction to both hourly and salary manufacturing personnel.
• Develop and maintain assembly work instructions, repair plans, and vendor fabrication instructions.
• Design and implement new and revised assembly and inspection tooling.
• Review, interpret, and approve engineering drawings and specifications.
• Lead process improvement, driving labor hour and cycle reduction initiatives and enhanced productivity.
• Provide ME/DFM input on proposals, NPI design activity, and engineering change requests.
• Pursue new technology initiatives and R&D.
• Lead and support equipment upgrades through research, analysis, selection, purchase, and installation.
• Author SOWs for tools and equipment designed and manufactured externally
• Ensure processes prioritize safety and ergonomics.
• Support FAA, NADCAP, AS9100, and Customer audit activity
• Investigate product quality issues and implement improvements related to RCCA and defect reduction.
• Participate in regular cross‑functional meeting with operations, quality, design, and program management
• Lead activities related to factory layout and capacity planning.

Who YOU must bring to Succeed

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, from an accredited university
• 4+ years of technical engineering and hands‑on experience with fabrication and mechanical assembly
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, tolerances, and specifications
• CAD experience
• This position involves access to export‑controlled technology which requires U.S. Person status or government authorization. A ‘U.S. Person,’ as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62, includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, individuals lawfully admitted for permanent residence (green card holders), and individuals granted asylum or refugee status in the United States. To be considered for this position, you must either be a U.S. Person or fall within a legally recognized export control exception or authorization. If hired, you will be required to provide valid proof of such status.

Desired Characteristics

• Catia V5 experience
• Aerospace background
• GD&T experience
• Lean Manufacturing experience

At ST Engineering, we offer great rewards, competitive pay, career advancement and growth opportunities.

Estimate salary range for this role: $88,200 to $127,300 per year. ST Engineering considers several factors with extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates’ key skills, relevant work experience, education/training/certification, job level, and work location. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.

ST Engineering - MRAS Benefits

As a full‑time employee of ST Engineering- MRAS, you are eligible for our benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting from start date
• Health Flexible Spending Accounts
• Free Onsite Gym with weekly fitness classes
• Immediate 401k vesting
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time off (Permissive for exempt staff)

Employment Notice: Background and Drug Screening Requirements

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, successful completion of a background check and drug screening is a mandatory condition for employment. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results from these screenings.

It takes diverse talent to solve real‑world problems. ST Engineering is deeply committed to building a workplace community where inclusion is valued, and everyone feels welcomed. We’re proud to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected grounds. So, bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s through our differences that innovative changes are made.

ST Engineering is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact our Talent Strategies team at 571-771-0101, or by email at [e-mail].

Nearest Major Market: Baltimore

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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