Manufacturing Engineer I (1st shift)

Pursuit Aerospace; Eastford (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Pursuit Aerospace in Eastford, CT is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer I to contribute to process development, quality improvement, NPI, and hands-on manufacturing in a fast-paced aerospace environment. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure products meet customer specifications and standards, while building foundational expertise in manufacturing engineering and lean practices.

This full-time role operates on a 7:00 AM–3:30 PM schedule with occasional weekends and requires

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without sponsorship.
• Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.
• At least 1 year of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Experience in AS9100 environment.
• Proficiency in reading engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with CAD and tooling design.
• Lean manufacturing principles understood.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficient in CAD software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement efficient manufacturing process plans with guidance from senior engineers.
• Interpret engineering drawings to ensure product compliance with customer requirements.
• Assist in process capability studies and CNC program creation or improvements.
• Support tooling design and implementation for manufacturing processes.
• Work closely with shop floor to troubleshoot production challenges.
• Participate in Kaizen/Six Sigma to optimize processes.
• Review modifications to customer blueprints under supervision from senior engineers.
• Maintain compliance with Pursuit Aerospace's quality systems, safety protocols, and standards.

Skills

Reading engineering drawings

Teamwork

Communication

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us

As a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, Pursuit Aerospace is founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous, operational improvement and extraordinary customer service. We pride ourselves on competitive cost structure, exceptional on-time delivery, and industry-leading quality.

The Pursuit family of companies has cultivated long-term relationships with our customers around the world through respect, teamwork, technology, and trust. We are driven to develop industry leading process innovations and manufacturing techniques on behalf of our customers. Our exceptional quality is driven by a deep investment in and the daily practice of continually improving our people, processes, and products.

About the Opportunity

As a Manufacturing Engineer I, you will contribute to process development, quality improvement, NPI, hands on manufacturing and productivity enhancement in a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure products meet customer specifications and standards, while developing foundational expertise in manufacturing engineering.

Location

Eastford, CT

Full-time role 7:00 am to 3:30 PM Monday through Friday with occasional weekends.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement efficient manufacturing process plans with guidance from senior engineers, specifying sequence, technique, equipment, and tooling requirements.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and sketches to ensure product compliance with customer requirements.
• Assist in process capability study and analysis for CNC Program creation or improvements.
• Support the design, engineering and implementation of tooling for manufacturing processes.
• Work closely with shop floor associates to troubleshoot and resolve production challenges.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives such as Kaizen or Six Sigma to optimize processes.
• Review and recommend modifications to customer blueprints and other documentation with supervision from senior engineers.
• Maintain compliance with Pursuit Aerospace's quality systems, safety protocols, and operational standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.
• Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 1 year of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Experience working in an AS9100 environment.
• Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering degree is preferred.
• Proficiency in reading engineering drawings and technical documents.
• Familiarity with CNC programming and tooling design.
• Basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency in CAD software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to have prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 15 pounds.
• Personal protective equipment (e.g., safety glasses and safety shoes) is required on the shop floor.
• Occasional weekend and evening work may be required to accommodate priorities, deadlines, and schedules.

Benefits

Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.