Lead Manufacturing Engineer

CFD Research Corporation; Hollywood (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CFD Research Corporation in Hollywood, AL, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to lead transitions to production and optimize MES/MRP usage across the TTP lifecycle. The role requires ensuring build documentation, tooling, and assembly sequences are in place for low-rate production, while coordinating with design, quality, and supply chain teams.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in manufacturing engineering, strong knowledge of MES/MRP systems, and the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related field).
• 5+ years in manufacturing engineering or hardware operations.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Working knowledge of MES and MRP/ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Transition to Production (TTP): Lead technical hardware transitions into low-rate production, establishing assembly sequences, tooling, and build documentation.
• Manufacturing Systems: Optimize and improve MES/MRP utilization throughout the design and TTP process.
• Supplier Technical Management: Partner with suppliers on technical transfers, manufacturing reviews, and component bottleneck resolution.
• Shop-Floor Leadership: Serve as the primary floor technical authority, bridging design engineering, quality, supply chain, and shop technicians.

Skills

5+ years in manufacturing engineering

Education

BS in Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

MES

MRP/ERP systems

SolidWorks

Job description

About CFD Research

Since its inception in 1987, CFD Research has delivered innovative technology solutions within the Aerospace & Defense, Biomedical & Life Sciences, Intelligence & Sensing, and Energy & Materials industries. CFD Research has earned multiple national awards for successful application and commercialization of innovative component/system technology prototypes, multi-physics simulation software, multi-disciplinary analyses, and expert support services. Based in Huntsville, Alabama where laboratory facilities and headquarters are located, CFD Research also has office and laboratory facilities in Dayton, Ohio, prototyping test and evaluation facilities in Hollywood, Alabama, and office facilities in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. CFD Research is an ISO9001:AS9100D registered company and is appraised at CMMI Level II for Services. CFD Research is a 100% ESOP (employee-owned company) recognized in Inc. Magazine's Inc5000 as a top growing company for four of the last five years. Learn more at

Key Responsibilities

• Transition to Production (TTP): Lead technical hardware transitions into low-rate production, establishing assembly sequences, tooling, and build documentation.
• Manufacturing Systems: Optimize and improve MES/MRP utilization throughout the design and TTP process
• Supplier Technical Management: Partner with suppliers on technical transfers, manufacturing reviews, and component bottleneck resolution.
• Shop-Floor Leadership: Serve as the primary floor technical authority, bridging design engineering, quality, supply chain, and shop technicians.

Basic Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related field).
• 5+ years in manufacturing engineering or hardware operations.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Working knowledge of MES and MRP/ERP systems.

Desired Qualifications

• Active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance.
• Experience working in regulated quality environments (e.g., AS9100 or ISO 9001).
• MRB disposition authority and Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) experience.
• 3D CAD proficiency (preferably SolidWorks) with DFM/DFA and GD&T experience.
• Hands-on TTP execution and Technical Transfer Package management.
• Experience tracking and managing cost, schedule, and technical performance for manufacturing deliverables.
• Familiarity with MRL frameworks and AS6500 checklists.
• Track record of optimizing MES/MRP workflows for shop-floor efficiency.
• Direct supplier technical interface experience on low-rate, high-reliability flight hardware.

Location

This role is based in Hollywood, AL, and is 100% onsite.

Benefits

• CFD Research offers competitive salaries and excellent employee benefits, including an employer matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• CFD Research offers our Full-Time, permanent employee-owners a highly competitive insurance package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• Additionally, we offer company paid leave, compensation time, parental leave, long-term and short-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and life insurance.
• Part-Time and Temporary employee-owners may receive partial or reduced benefits and leave time based on their employment status level.
• Performance appraisals occur twice a year and annual pay increases are based upon corporate goals, personal development, performance, and outstanding achievements.
• In addition, group and individual bonuses are awarded for exceptional performance.

CFD Research is an EO employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories