Manufacturing Engineer

Colinear Aerospace; Sparta Township (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Colinear Aerospace seeks a motivated Manufacturing Engineer in Sparta, NJ, to enhance aerospace machining processes. The ideal candidate will bridge engineering and production, requiring 5–7+ years of experience in high-precision machining. Responsibilities include developing manufacturing methods, troubleshooting CNC processes, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related field is required. Competitive compensation and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of experience in aerospace or high-precision machining.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of CNC mills and lathes.
• Proficiency in reading complex blueprints and applying GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Develop, document, and maintain manufacturing methods.
• Troubleshoot machining and process issues on the production floor.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency.

Skills

CNC programming

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

ESPRIT (or equivalent)

JobBOSS

Job description

At a Glance

Company: Colinear Aerospace
Location: Sparta, New Jersey
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: Competitive / DOE
Shift: Day Shift
Overtime: As needed
Experience Level: Senior
Industry: Aerospace
Quality System: AS9100 Rev D | ISO 9001:2015

Why This Role Exists

Colinear Aerospace continues to expand its aerospace machining capabilities and requires a Manufacturing Engineer who can act as the technical bridge between engineering and production.

This role exists to improve how parts are made — reducing cycle time, improving yield, supporting new programs, and ensuring machining processes meet the strict requirements of AS9100 aerospace manufacturing.

This is a hands-on, shop-floor-facing role, not a desk-only engineering position.

The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Develop, document, and maintain manufacturing methods, routers, and process documentation
• Create, optimize, and support CNC programs for 3-, 4-, and 5-axis mills and lathes
• Troubleshoot machining and process issues directly on the production floor
• Support estimating and quoting through DFM analysis, manufacturing methods, and BOM input
• Collaborate with machinists, programmers, quality, and leadership to improve efficiency and part quality
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cycle time reduction, scrap reduction, and repeatability

You’ll have real ownership over how aerospace components move from print to production.

Machines, Controls & Software

You’ll work with equipment and systems including:

Machines: CNC Mills & Lathes (3-, 4-, and 5-axis)
Controls: Fanuc / Haas / similar (depending on cell)
CAD: SolidWorks
CAM: ESPRIT (or equivalent)
ERP: JobBOSS
Inspection & Quality: AS9100 documentation, FAIs, in-process inspection

Materials You’ll Work With

• Titanium
• Inconel
• Stainless Steel
• Aluminum

What We’re Looking For

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related Engineering field
• 5–7+ years of experience in aerospace or high-precision machining environments
• Strong hands‑on knowledge of CNC mills and lathes, multi‑axis machining, and tooling
• Proficiency reading complex blueprints and applying GD&T
• Experience with CAD (SolidWorks), CAM (ESPRIT or similar), and ERP systems (JobBOSS preferred)
• Strong understanding of AS9100 requirements and documentation
• Proven ability to troubleshoot machining processes and support production
• Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and organizational skills

Preferred (Not Required):

• Prior CNC programming background
• Experience with SMED, lean manufacturing, or automation initiatives
• Leadership or mentoring experience in a manufacturing environment

30–90 Day Success Expectations

First 30–90 Days

• Demonstrate proficiency in JobBOSS, SolidWorks, and ESPRIT workflows
• Independently set up and troubleshoot machining issues across multiple machines
• Complete machine setups within 20% of quoted setup time
• Implement process improvements that increase efficiency, reduce scrap, and improve quality

Why Engineers & Machinists Like Working Here

• True collaboration between engineering and the shop floor
• Aerospace work where precision and process discipline matter
• Clean, organized AS9100‑certified facility
• Investment in modern equipment, tooling, and software
• A team culture that respects experience, accountability, and craftsmanship

Pay & Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• 401(k)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off

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Interested candidates can apply directly through hireCNC.