Manufacturing Process Engineer (AERO)

ArtiFlex Manufacturing, Inc; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

Health insurance benefits

401k Matching

Job summary

ArtiFlex Manufacturing, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to own and optimize manufacturing processes and quality throughout the product lifecycle. The role collaborates with Program Management, Operations, and customers to ensure compliant, efficient, and high-quality production outcomes.

The MPE will lead APQP, develop manufacturing strategies, review designs for manufacturability, and drive continuous improvement using data-driven methods across cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum of five (5) years of aerospace manufacturing/engineering experience
• Strong knowledge of AS9100 quality management systems, GD&T, control plans, FMEA, FAI (AS9102)
• Root cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies
• ERP systems and Microsoft Office proficiency

Responsibilities

• Lead APQP processes for successful product launches meeting customer requirements
• Develop robust manufacturing strategies including cost estimating and risk assessments
• Review designs, GD&T, and specs to ensure manufacturability and proper transfer to production
• Develop and maintain process documentation, control plans, inspection methods, and sampling plans
• Lead investigations of nonconformances and implement corrective actions, drive kaizen/lean initiatives

Job description

The Manufacturing Process Engineer (MPE) is responsible for the technical success of all manufacturing processes and has full ownership of product quality throughout the product lifecycle. This role integrates process engineering and quality engineering responsibilities to ensure all products meet customer requirements and internal quality management system standards.

The MPE leads process and quality planning, supports APQP activities, ensures robust process control, and drives continuous improvement through a data-driven approach. This position works cross-functionally with Program Management, Operations, and our Customers to ensure compliant, efficient, and high-quality production outcomes.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead and support APQP processes to ensure successful product launches that meet customer requirements.
• Develop robust manufacturing strategies through cost estimating, feasibility reviews, and risk assessments.
• Review customer designs, GD&T, and specifications to identify key characteristics and ensure manufacturability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure proper transfer of new products into production.
• Develop and maintain process documentation including routers, process flows, and work instructions.
• Develop and maintain control plans, including inspection methods, sampling plans, and process controls.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100 and all customer-specific requirements.
• Interpret and manage customer flow-down requirements within the quality management system.
• Develop and submit First Article Inspection (FAI) reports per AS9102 requirements.
• Ensure proper data collection, record retention, and traceability per internal procedures.
• Generate Certificates of Compliance as required for customer shipments.
• Provide hands‑on support during product launch and ongoing production.
• Ensure in‑process and final inspections are properly defined and executed.
• Support and guide Quality Inspectors to ensure compliance with process and product requirements.
• Verify process adherence and accuracy of inspection data and documentation.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure external processes meet quality, cost, and delivery targets.
• Lead investigations of nonconformances and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Analyze failures and customer complaints using structured problem‑solving methodologies.
• Communicate quality issues and resolutions internally and with customers as required.
• Ensure timely containment, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen, 5S, Lean) to improve quality and process efficiency.
• Analyze production and quality data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
• Support internal audits and contribute to maintaining and improving the quality management system.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement across the organization.
• Ensure all process changes follow change‑management procedures and documentation is updated accordingly.
• Utilize and improve ERP system functionality to support manufacturing and quality processes.
• Support company metrics and cross‑functional initiatives.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience required
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in aerospace manufacturing / engineering preferred
• Strong knowledge of:
  • AS9100 quality management systems
  • GD&T and blueprint reading
  • Control Plans, FMEA, Process Flow development
  • First Article Inspection (FAI) requirements (AS9102)
  • Root cause analysis and problem‑solving methodologies
• Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office tools
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

Who We Are:

ArtiFlex Manufacturing designs and builds products and solutions for companies with tough challenges by employing people with a willingness and ability to be “Innovative. Problem Solving. Partners.” We support and embody a vision of safely growing our people and unleashing their full potential because we see greatness in everyone we hire. Better products and services for our customers result from the dedicated development of our employees. That’s our culture.

Benefits:

ArtiFlex employees are ArtiFlex owners with our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). We provide a full array of Health and Welfare plans including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Long & Short-Term Disability, Life, Flexible Spending or Health Savings Accounts, 401k Matching, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Annual Bonus, Tuition Reimbursement, Tool Purchase Program, Career Development, Training, Vehicle Purchase Supplier Discount, Company Events, Celebrations, and more!