Manufacturing Engineer I (Aerospace) — Onsite NPI & Process

Pursuit Aerospace; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

Pursuit Aerospace is seeking an Manufacturing Engineer I to contribute to process development, quality improvement, and NPI in a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment in Manchester, CT. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet customer specifications while developing foundational expertise in manufacturing engineering.

The role is 100% on site, requires US work authorization, and offers growth within a global aerospace company known for quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• AS9100 experience preferred.
• Bachelors in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Aerospace Engineering preferred.
• Proficiency reading engineering drawings and technical documents.

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 design, engineering and implementation of tooling for manufacturing processes.
• Work closely with shop floor 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 under supervision.
• Maintain compliance with Pursuit Aerospace’s quality systems, safety protocols, and operational standards.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

CNC programming

Reading drawings

Lean manufacturing

CAD software

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical/Manufacturing/Aerospace)

Tools

CAD software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Pursuit Aerospace is seeking an Manufacturing Engineer I to contribute to process development, quality improvement, and NPI in a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment in Manchester, CT. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet customer specifications while developing foundational expertise in manufacturing engineering.

The role is 100% on site, requires US work authorization, and offers growth within a global aerospace company known for quality and continuous improvement.