Manufacturing Engineering Manager (Aerospace)

LeoForce; Riverton (CT); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Medical from Day 1

Dental & Life Insurance

Vision

PTO & Holidays

Job summary

LeoForce is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager (Aerospace) in Riverton, CT. You will lead a team of manufacturing engineers, drive Lean/Six Sigma improvements, and oversee processes from design through production.

The role emphasizes NPI support, cross-functional collaboration, and adherence to AS9100 quality standards. Ideal candidates have 7+ years in aerospace manufacturing, strong leadership, and deep experience with CNC, GD&T, and automation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years manufacturing engineering experience in aerospace, precision machining, or advanced manufacturing.
• 3+ years leadership experience managing engineering teams.
• Strong background in CNC machining and aerospace manufacturing processes.
• Experience with Lean and Six Sigma; continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and GD&T; knowledge of aerospace specs.
• Experience supporting AS9100 quality systems; project management ability.
• US Person status (ITAR) is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of manufacturing engineers and technical staff.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean and Six Sigma.
• Develop and implement processes to improve efficiency and throughput.
• Support NPI and production readiness activities.
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and PM.
• Analyze production data and implement corrective actions for KPIs.
• Oversee process docs, work instructions, routings, and standards.
• Lead capital equipment and automation projects from concept to implementation.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace quality requirements and regs.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Identify cost reduction and operational improvement opportunities.
• Champion safety, accountability, and continuous improvement culture.

Skills

CNC machining

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Process development

Interpret drawings/GD&T

AS9100 knowledge

Project management

U.S. Person (ITAR)

Leadership

Data-driven decisions

Education

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

Tools

ERP/MRP system

Job description

Manufacturing Engineering Manager (Aerospace)

Location: Riverton, CT, US

Job Details

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $150,000 - $190,000 per year

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of manufacturing engineers and technical staff
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
• Develop and implement manufacturing processes that improve efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize throughput
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and production readiness activities
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and Program Management
• Analyze production data and implement corrective actions to improve KPIs
• Oversee process documentation, work instructions, routings, and manufacturing standards
• Lead capital equipment and automation projects from concept through implementation
• Ensure compliance with aerospace quality requirements and regulatory standards
• Support root cause investigations and corrective action activities
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and operational improvement
• Champion a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement

Qualifications

Needed (Required):

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (or related field)
• Minimum 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience within aerospace, precision machining, or advanced manufacturing
• Minimum 3+ years of leadership experience managing engineering teams
• Strong background in CNC machining, aerospace manufacturing processes, tooling, and process development
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and aerospace specifications
• Experience supporting AS9100 quality systems
• Proven project management and organizational ability
• U.S. Person status (ITAR requirement) — hard screen

Nice-to-Have (Preferred)

• Aerospace OEM or Tier 1 supplier experience
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
• Experience with automation and advanced manufacturing technologies
• ERP/MRP system experience
• NPI leadership experience
• Capital equipment implementation experience

A bit about us:

We are a privately held precision manufacturer specializing in tight-tolerance, mission-critical components for the aerospace industry. We support some of the world's leading aerospace programs, pairing advanced CNC machining with rigorous AS9100 quality standards and a culture built on Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement. As part of a larger, stable, and growing manufacturing group, we invest in our people, our processes, and the technology that keeps us at the forefront of precision aerospace manufacturing.

Why join us?

• Competitive Compensation: Competitive base salary (DOE) + Bonus
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical effective Day 1, Company-Paid Dental & Life Insurance, Vision
• Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
• Real Impact & Ownership: Lead a team of manufacturing engineers and drive visible improvements across safety, quality, delivery, and cost on world-class aerospace programs
• Career Advancement: Clear growth path within a stable, growing manufacturing organization
• Onsite, hands-on leadership role