Manufacturing Engineering Manager

TheCorporate LLC; Connecticut; On-site; USD 145,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

TheCorporate LLC in Milford, Connecticut seeks an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead engineering operations for a build-to-print aerospace manufacturer specializing in precision machining and electro-mechanical assembly.

This leadership role requires hands-on technical expertise, strong project management, and a proven track record in Lean manufacturing, GD&T, and ERP/MRP environments to support production, NPI, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field is mandatory.
• 7 years of progressive manufacturing engineering experience.
• 3 years of engineering leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong hands-on experience with CNC machining and/or complex mechanical or electro-mechanical assembly.
• Experience in a build-to-print manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, manufacturing processes, tooling, and fixturing.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing data.
• Demonstrated experience with Lean Manufacturing and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Strong leadership, communication, project management, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Manufacturing Engineering team, setting priorities and performance expectations.
• Provide hands-on technical support to CNC machining and assembly operations.
• Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for precision aerospace components and assemblies.
• Review engineering drawings, 3D models, GD&T requirements, and customer specifications to determine manufacturing methods.
• Develop manufacturing routings, work instructions, setup documentation, tooling requirements, and production processes.
• Support CNC machining through tooling and fixturing improvements, setup optimization, and cycle-time reduction.
• Improve mechanical and electro-mechanical assembly processes, work sequencing, and error-proofing.
• Lead new product introduction (NPI), prototype builds, First Article activities, and production launches.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing, root-cause analysis, scrap reduction, cost reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Program Management to resolve production challenges.
• Support nonconformance investigations, corrective actions, and compliance with AS9100 and customer requirements.
• Maintain accurate manufacturing routings, labor standards, work centers, and process data in ERP/MRP systems.
• Evaluate automation, advanced manufacturing technologies, tooling improvements, and capital equipment opportunities.

Skills

CNC machining

Lean Manufacturing

GD&T

ERP/MRP

Leadership

Manufacturing processes

Aerospace

Project management

Quality systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Manufacturing Engineering Manager — Aerospace Manufacturing

Location: Milford, CT

Job Type : Full-Time | Direct Hire

Salary: $145,000–$155,000 per year

Work Arrangement:Onsite

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead manufacturing engineering operations for a build-to-print aerospace manufacturer specializing in precision machining and electro-mechanical assembly.

This leadership role combines hands-on technical expertise, team management, process development, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in CNC machining, manufacturing processes, engineering drawings, and aerospace or precision manufacturing, with proven experience leading engineering teams and supporting production operations.

Important: A bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field is required. Candidates who do not meet this education requirement will not be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Manufacturing Engineering team, setting priorities and performance expectations.
• Provide hands‑on technical support to CNC machining and assembly operations.
• Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for precision aerospace components and assemblies.
• Review engineering drawings, 3D models, GD&T requirements, and customer specifications to determine manufacturing methods.
• Develop manufacturing routings, work instructions, setup documentation, tooling requirements, and production processes.
• Support CNC machining through tooling and fixturing improvements, setup optimization, and cycle‑time reduction.
• Improve mechanical and electro‑mechanical assembly processes, work sequencing, and error‑proofing.
• Lead new product introduction (NPI), prototype builds, First Article activities, and production launches.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing, root‑cause analysis, scrap reduction, cost reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Program Management to resolve production challenges.
• Support nonconformance investigations, corrective actions, and compliance with AS9100 and customer requirements.
• Maintain accurate manufacturing routings, labor standards, work centers, and process data in ERP/MRP systems.
• Evaluate automation, advanced manufacturing technologies, tooling improvements, and capital equipment opportunities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field — mandatory.
• 7 years of progressive manufacturing engineering experience.
• 3 years of engineering leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong hands‑on experience with CNC machining and/or complex mechanical or electro‑mechanical assembly.
• Experience in a build‑to‑print manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, manufacturing processes, tooling, and fixturing.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing data.
• Demonstrated experience with Lean Manufacturing and structured problem‑solving methodologies.
• Strong leadership, communication, project management, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Aerospace or defense manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of AS9100 quality standards and customer requirements.
• CNC programming and/or CAM experience.
• Experience with automation and advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Experience with manufacturing estimating, quoting, and labor standards.
• Lean or Six Sigma certification.
• Familiarity with APQP, PFMEA, Control Plans, and related manufacturing planning tools.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of $145,000–$155,000, based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunity to lead and develop a manufacturing engineering team.
• Professional growth within a precision aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Benefits package offered by the employer.

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