Manufacturing Process Engineer (MFE)

DRT Aerospace, LLC; Sidney (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay + Bonus

Day 1 Benefits & 401K Company Match

Paid time off and holidays + Floating 

Career advancement opportunities

Training and professional development

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Stable, growing aerospace environment

Job summary

DRT Aerospace in Sidney, OH is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Process Engineer to lead manufacturing process development for precision-machined aerospace components. You will collaborate with Engineering, Production, Quality and external suppliers to create robust CNC processes, tooling concepts, and NC programs, while applying GD&T and CAD/CAM tools.

Ideal candidates have CNC experience, strong problem‑solving, and a continuous improvement mindset, with the ability to manage multiple projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering.
• Experience developing manufacturing processes for precision-machined components.
• Strong understanding of CNC machining, tooling, fixturing, and process optimization.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency with GD&T and CAD/CAM systems like Mastercam and Siemens NX.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for precision-machined components.
• Determine manufacturing methods, operation sequences, tooling, fixturing, inspection requirements, and outside processing needs.
• Create detailed manufacturing routings, operation sheets, setup instructions, and process documentation.
• Generate manufacturing cost estimates and support quoting activities.
• Provide daily engineering support to production and troubleshoot manufacturing challenges.
• Develop CNC machining strategies and NC programs using Mastercam, Siemens NX or similar CAD/CAM software.

Skills

CNC Machining

Process Development

CAD/CAM Programming

GD&T

Continuous Improvement

Reading Drawings

Project Management

ERP/MRP Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

5–10 years Manufacturing Engineering experience

Tools

Mastercam

Siemens NX (Unigraphics)

NX CAD

Job description

Location: Sidney, OH

Salary | Competitive Pay + Bonus + Day 1 Benefits & 401K Company Match

Shift(s) Available: Monday - Friday | 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Are you a Manufacturing Engineer with CNC machining expertise looking to make a direct impact on aerospace and precision manufacturing operations? Join a growing team where you'll lead manufacturing process development, optimize production efficiency, support new product introductions, and work hands-on with advanced machining technologies.

As a Manufacturing Process Engineer (MFE), you'll collaborate with Engineering, Production, Quality, and external suppliers to develop robust manufacturing processes for precision-machined components. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer with experience in CNC machining, process development, CAD/CAM programming, GD&T, and continuous improvement.

Why Join DRT Aerospace?

At DRT Aerospace, you'll be part of a team that manufactures critical aerospace components for industry-leading customers. We invest in our people, promote internal growth, and provide opportunities to make a meaningful impact on operational success.

Benefits Include

• Competitive Pay + Bonus
• Day 1 Benefits & 401K Company Match
• Paid time off and holidays + Floating Holiday
• Career advancement opportunities
• Training and professional development
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Stable, growing aerospace manufacturing environment

What You'll Do

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for precision-machined components.
• Determine manufacturing methods, operation sequences, tooling, fixturing, inspection requirements, and outside processing needs.
• Create detailed manufacturing routings, operation sheets, setup instructions, and process documentation.
• Generate manufacturing cost estimates and support quoting activities.
• Provide daily engineering support to production and troubleshoot manufacturing challenges.
• Develop CNC machining strategies and NC programs using Mastercam, Siemens NX (Unigraphics), or similar CAD/CAM software.
• Utilize NX CAD to create setup sheets, operation plans, tooling concepts, and fixture designs.
• Interpret engineering drawings and apply GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) principles.
• Support first article inspections, process validation, PPAP activities, and production readiness efforts.
• Maintain routing and labor standard data within ERP/MRP systems.
• Drive cycle time reductions, process improvements, waste reduction, and productivity initiatives.
• Partner with Quality, Manufacturing, and external suppliers to ensure successful execution of manufacturing processes.
• Support development projects from concept through production launch.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Process Engineer who enjoys solving complex manufacturing challenges and working directly with production teams to improve quality, efficiency, and throughput.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field; OR
• Equivalent combination of education and 5-10 years of Manufacturing Engineering experience.
• Experience developing manufacturing processes for precision-machined components.
• Strong understanding of CNC machining, tooling, fixturing, and process optimization.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency with GD&T.
• Experience with Mastercam, Siemens NX (Unigraphics), NX CAD, or similar CAD/CAM systems.
• Experience creating routings, operation sheets, setup documentation, and manufacturing work instructions.
• Strong problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience programming CNC milling machines, multi-axis machining centers, and VTLs.
• Aerospace, defense, medical device, or other highly regulated manufacturing experience.
• Experience with PPAP, First Article Inspection (FAI), and process validation activities.
• Hands-on machine setup and prove-out experience.
• Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing databases.
• Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI) and development programs.

Ideal Background

• Manufacturing Engineer
• Process Engineer
• CNC Manufacturing Engineer
• CNC Programmer
• Aerospace Manufacturing Engineer
• Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer
• Production Engineer
• Industrial Engineer
• Continuous Improvement Engineer
• Machining Process Engineer

Why You'll Be Successful

You thrive in a manufacturing environment and enjoy balancing engineering design, CNC programming, process development, and shop floor support. You are comfortable collaborating across departments, solving production issues, and implementing improvements that increase quality, reduce costs, and improve delivery performance.

ITAR and DRT Aerospace

DRT Aerospace supports customers in the aerospace and defense industries and complies with all applicable U.S. export control regulations. This position may involve access to export-controlled information, technology, products, or technical data. As a result, employment is contingent upon the successful verification of eligibility to access such information in accordance with applicable U.S. laws and regulations, including International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Candidates will be required to provide documentation supporting their eligibility if selected for employment.

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