Manufacturing Process Engineer

Marion-Tool-; West Terre Haute (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Marion-Tool- is seeking a Process Engineer to develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for precision aerospace components at our Indiana facility. You will define tooling, fixturing, and process parameters to meet tight tolerances and support high-quality, repeatable production.

You will program and support CNC operations, troubleshoot issues, and lead Lean/Six Sigma projects to reduce scrap, shorten cycle times, and improve yields while ensuring AS9100 compliance and robust

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Aerospace Engineering or equivalent.
• 3–7 years in aerospace or precision machining.
• Strong CNC milling/turning and GD&T skills.
• Ability to read complex engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for aerospace components (CNC milling/finishing/assembly).
• Define tooling, fixturing, and process parameters to meet tight tolerances.
• Troubleshoot machining and process issues (tool wear, chatter, dimensional variation).
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for non-conformances.
• Apply Lean and Six Sigma to analyze Cp/Cpk and drive improvements.
• Collaborate with Design Engineering, Quality, Production and Supply Chain.

Skills

CNC Milling

CNC Turning

Multi-axis

CAM Software

Lean Six Sigma

GD&T

Process Development

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Mastercam

Autodesk Fusion 360

Mazatrol

Job description

Position SummaryThe Process Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes used to produce precision aerospace components. This role ensures compliance with strict industry standards, improves efficiency, and supports high-quality, repeatable production.Key ResponsibilitiesProcess Development & ImprovementDevelop and optimize manufacturing processes for aerospace components (CNC machining, finishing, assembly)Define tooling, fixturing, and process parameters to meet tight tolerancesReduce cycle times, improve yields, and minimize scrapProgramming & Technical SupportSupport or create CNC programs using CAM softwareTroubleshoot machining and process issues (tool wear, chatter, dimensional variation)Provide hands-on support to machinists and production teamsQuality & ComplianceEnsure compliance with aerospace standards such as AS9100 and customer requirementsDevelop and maintain process documentation (work instructions, control plans)Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for non-conformancesContinuous ImprovementApply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principlesAnalyze process capability (Cp/Cpk) and implement improvementsLead cost reduction and efficiency initiativesCross-Functional CollaborationWork with Design Engineering on manufacturability (DFM)Collaborate with Quality, Production, and Supply Chain teamsInterface with customers and auditors as neededEquipment & ToolingEvaluate and implement new CNC equipment, tooling, and technologiesSupport capital projects and process validationRequired QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent experience)3–7 years of experience in aerospace or precision machiningStrong knowledge of CNC machining (milling, turning, multi-axis)Experience reading complex engineering drawings and GD&TMachines & technologies you'll use:CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC) (Fanuc, Mazak, Haas, Okuma, Doosan, Kitamura, Makino, Brother, Hurco, Dmg Mori Seiki, ProtoTRAK, Bridgeport, Hwachon)CNC Lathe (2-4 axis) (Mazak, Haas, Okuma, Doosan, Takisawa, Dmg Mori Seiki, Hwachon, Hyundai - Wia, Nakamura, Fuji, Murata, Samsung, Quick Tech)CNC Swiss LatheCAM Software (Mastercam, Autodesk Fusion 360, Mazatrol)CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC)CNC Lathe (5+ axis)