Lead Manufacturing Process Engineer

Celestica; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica is seeking a Lead Manufacturing Process Engineer for the cabin pressure controller cell in an ITAR-controlled aerospace environment. You will provide technical leadership, read mechanical prints, disposition non-conforming hardware, and work cross-functionally with program management and quality teams to resolve issues.

The role requires practical mechanical experience, strong communication, and the ability to navigate legacy hardware, SAP/JIRA/Teamcenter workflows, and regulatory

Qualifications

• Proficient in reading and interpreting mechanical prints and technical documentation.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate and share knowledge across multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience with outflow control valves and assorted mechanical components.
• A degree is not strictly required if capability is proven.
• Experience in aerospace or high-reliability electronics manufacturing is welcome but not required.
• Must be a U.S. person under ITAR requirements due to regulatory needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform design of experiments (DOE) in support of RCCA.
• Read and interpret mechanical prints and equipment documentation to diagnose and resolve faults.
• Partner with technicians and colleagues to drive troubleshooting efficiency and support throughput.
• Communicate clearly with technicians, supervisors, engineering management, and stakeholders to resolve production and test issues.
• Contribute to documentation, work instructions, and reports for troubleshooting and repair.
• Adapt to unfamiliar or legacy hardware environments and learn product-specific tools on the job.
• Maintain knowledge of aerospace, high-reliability standards and ITAR compliance.
• Uphold ITAR export control requirements and documentation.

Skills

Reading mechanical prints

Interpersonal communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

JIRA

Teamcenter

Job description

1st Shift 12 Month Contract or Contract to hire

The Lead Manufacturing Process Engineer will provide technical leadership and swift resolution for all manufacturing issues pertaining to the cabin pressure controller cell within an aerospace manufacturing environment subject to ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations). The role strongly emphasizes the ability to disposition non-conforming hardware, read and interpret detailed mechanical prints, and work cross functionally with program management and quality teams to resolve issues. Practical mechanical experience, strong communication skills, and a collaborative approach are essential.

All duties are performed in compliance with ITAR; U.S. person status (citizen, national, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform design of experiments (DOE) in support of root correction actions (RCCA).
• Read and interpret mechanical prints and equipment documentation to efficiently identify, diagnose, and resolve faults.
• Partner with technicians and colleagues to drive troubleshooting efficiency and support operational throughput.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with technicians, supervisors, engineering management, and all relevant stakeholders to resolve production and test issues.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of documentation, work instructions, and reports associated with troubleshooting and repair.
• Adapt to unfamiliar or legacy hardware environments, applying core manufacturing and troubleshooting skills from the outset; product-specific knowledge will be acquired on the job.
• Maintain current knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices relevant to aerospace, high-reliability, and ITAR-governed manufacturing.
• Uphold all actions and documentation to ensure compliance with ITAR and related export control requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Proficient in reading and interpreting mechanical prints and technical documentation.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate and share knowledge across multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience working with outflow control valves and assorted mechanical components.
• Relevant experience may come from a variety of educational and career paths (e.g., electrical engineering, electronics technology, or equivalent practical background); a degree is not strictly required if capability is proven.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, automotive, medical devices, or other high-reliability electronics manufacturing sectors is welcome but not required.
• Must be a U.S. person as defined by ITAR (citizen, national, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), due to the nature of aerospace manufacturing and regulatory requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience troubleshooting legacy or aging hardware platforms.
• Proven ability to use SAP, JIRA, Teamcenter.
• Familiarity with configuration control and documentation change management.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to unique company‑specific tools, production platforms, and regulatory procedures.
• Deep mechanical expertise.
• Direct experience working with vendors.

Physical Demands

• Work is conducted in standard office and manufacturing environments.
• Extended periods may be required at a computer or using test equipment; some standing, sitting, and manual dexterity are needed for assembly and troubleshooting.
• Occasional travel may be necessary.

Additional Information

• Applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, provided technical requirements are met.
• The organization values inclusivity, equal opportunity, and compliance with all legal and regulatory standards, including ITAR.

Typical Experience

• 3‑5 years of related experience; experience in similar job roles.

Typical Education

Bachelor degree or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.

Celestica is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran or disability status or other characteristics protected by law).

At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process. Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them.

This location is a US ITAR facility and these positions will involve the release of export controlled goods either directly to employees or through the employee's movement within the facility. As such, Celestica will require necessary information from all applicants upon an applicant's acceptance of employment to determine if any export control exemptions or licenses must be filed.