Manufacturing Engineer (Machine Shop- 2nd Shift)

Whippany Actuation Systems; Whippany (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition assistance

401K with company match

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability (short/long-term)

Paid holidays

Vacation & sick time

Job summary

Whippany Actuation Systems seeks a Manufacturing Engineer (Machine Shop) for its 2nd shift to develop and optimize CNC machining processes for aerospace-grade components. You will program milling and turning operations, select tooling and fixturing, and ensure manufacturability in cross‑functional teams with design, quality and production.

Ideal candidates have a BS in engineering, 3 years in high-tech manufacturing, and CNC/CAD proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
• 3 years of engineering experience in a high-technology manufacturing environment.
• Experience with precision machining and CNC programming.
• US work authorization.

Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and optimize CNC machining processes for new and existing components.
• Program CNC machines for milling and turning operations.
• Select tooling, cutting parameters, and fixturing to maximize quality and efficiency.
• Create and revise CNC programs and set up documentation.
• Collaborate with design engineering to ensure manufacturability.
• Analyze cost drivers to drive waste reduction and productivity.

Skills

CNC programming

Precision machining

ERP/MES familiarity

CAD tools

Windchill

Lean Six Sigma

MS Office / Excel

Autonomy

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer

Whippany Actuation Systems is a dynamic aerospace company that designs and manufactures electromechanical actuators and control electronics for commercial and military applications. Recognized as experts in our industry for over 75 years, we have been part of the TransDigm Group since 2013. We are a fully integrated manufacturing company that takes responsibility for the success of our business and acts quickly to implement new ideas and projects to ensure company growth.

We are looking for an aggressively forward-thinking and passionate Manufacturing Engineer to join a team dedicated and committed to implementing world-class manufacturing methods and processes, including collaborative robotics, unattended machining, and custom design solutions. The Manufacturing Engineer (Machine Shop- 2nd Shift) will be responsible for developing, optimizing, and supporting machining processes for actuation system components. This role focuses on CNC machining processes which encompasses programming, tooling, fixturing, and continuous improvement for high precision parts made from aerospace-grade alloys. They will have to work cross-functionally with design, quality, and production teams to ensure efficient manufacturing methods that meet customer and regulatory requirements.

In this role, you will typically:

• Develop, validate, and optimize CNC machining processes for new and existing components.
• Program CNC machines for both milling and turning operations, ensuring efficient and accurate machining.
• Select appropriate tooling, cutting parameters, and work holding to maximize quality and efficiency.
• Create and revise CNC programs and set up documentation.
• Collaborate with design engineering to ensure parts are manufacturable.
• Analyze cost drivers within product and process designs for the purpose of eliminating waste, continuous improvement, and productivity initiatives.
• Interpret engineering drawings and 3D models to ensure process plans to meet design intent and functional requirements.
• Create sketches or diagrams to supplement documentation and communicate machining methods and setups.
• Support capital equipment selection and justification for machining technologies.
• Support machinists during production by troubleshooting technical issues and addressing process variability.
• Team with quality engineering and production to determine root cause of non-conformances providing for robust and sustainable corrective plans.
• Actively participates in EHS activities such as area inspections, safety assessments, team meetings, accident investigations and procedure development.
• Brings unsafe conditions to management's attention or corrects as able.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned.

We require:

• A bachelor's degree in manufacturing, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university or college.
• 3 years' engineering experience working in a high technology manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience and/or knowledgeable with precision machining and CNC programming.
• Authorization to work in the US.

Eligibility Requirements:

This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. Whippany Actuation Systems will require proof of status before employment.

We would really like to see:

• Familiarity with ERP and MES systems used in manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency with CREO, Auto CAD, SolidWorks, etc. (CAD software).
• Experience with Windchill (PLM software).
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Prior experience and/or certification with Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma.
• Bias for action. Ability to spontaneously recognize problems and opportunities. Ability to drive problem resolution and flow through to completions.
• Ability to analyze problems, identify root causes and provide corrective solutions.
• Ability to handle diverse activities simultaneously.
• Creative problem solver who makes solid decisions driven by metrics.
• Willing to own the process/problem through to completion.
• Able to work in a team environment to achieve the desired results.
• Communicates effectively both orally and in writing.
• Fully proficient with Microsoft Office Suite including Intermediate Excel.
• Prior Supervisor experience is a plus but not required

Compensation and Benefits:

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $90,000 to $110,000 per year. Final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to, experience level, knowledge, skills, and abilities. If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position."

At Whippany Actuation Systems, we believe that our success can only be credited to the hard work and dedication of our employees. To support our employees, we offer a variety of benefit options so they can choose the coverage based on what is important to their unique lifestyle. These include medical, dental, vision, ID protection, legal insurance, pet insurance, tuition assistance program, and an employee assistance program. In addition, we provide 401K with immediate company match, life insurance, AD&D coverage, and short- and long-term disability benefits. Lastly, active employees are eligible for generous paid time off including 12 paid holidays, vacation, and sick/personal time.

Our Commitment:

Whippany Actuation Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Individuals who have a disability and would like to request an accommodation with regard to the application and selection process (i.e. the online application or interviews) or have questions regarding our website accessibility, may call 973-560-6662.