Manufacturing Engineer

SDM Composites; California (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SDM Composites is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer I with at least 2 years of experience in aerospace fastener manufacturing or precision machining to support production processes, tooling, and quality initiatives for aerospace-grade screws and bolts.

You will document processes, manage drawings in SolidWorks and AutoCAD, develop work instructions, and collaborate with quality, production, and supply chain to resolve issues on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing or mechanical engineering or related discipline.
• High energy, self-motivated, self-started, and a team player.
• Excellent interpersonal skills when working with all departments.
• Proficient in MS Excel, PowerPoint & Word.
• Ability to create detailed drawings in SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Document current cold heading and hot forge processes.
• Ensure products meet aerospace standards with first article inspection.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing and quality issues on production floor.
• Update process drawings and tooling drawings with SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Create work instructions and production in-process standards.
• Maintain and update production routers in ERP/MRP.
• Assist with tooling & fixture design and process validation activities.
• Collaborate with quality, production, and supply chain teams to resolve production issues.
• Manage multiple projects & deliver high‑quality results in fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Skills

Strong communication

Self-motivated

Team player

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Word

GD&T reading

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing or mechanical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer I

The manufacturing engineer with 2 years min. experience in aerospace fastener manufacturing or precision machining environment. The engineer supports production processes, tooling, process improvements, and quality initiatives for aerospace-grade screws and bolts.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Document current cold heading and hot forge processes.
• Ensure products meet aerospace standards with first article inspection.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing and quality issues on production floor.
• Update process drawings and tooling drawings with Solidworks and Autocad.
• Create work instructions and production in-process standards.
• Maintain and update production routers in ERP/MRP.
• Assist with tooling & fixture design and process validation activities.
• Collaborate with quality, production, and supply chain teams to resolve production issues.
• Manage multiple projects & deliver highâquality results in fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing or mechanical engineering, or other related discipline.
• High Energy, self-motivated, self-started, & team player.
• Excellent interpersonal skills working with all departments.
• Proficient in MS Excel, Power Point & Word.
• Ability to create detailed drawings in Solidworks and Autocad.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.
• Experience in manufacturing processes such as forming, turning, and milling

Work Environment

• Comply with and enforce FIT HSE policies.
• Able to lift 30 lbs.
• Ability to work on production floor.