Manufacturing Production Engineer

Chromalloy; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Chromalloy in Carson City, NV seeks a Product Engineer to support and improve manufacturing processes for an assigned product family. You will document production capabilities, apply Lean and Six Sigma tools, and collaborate with engineering, quality, and operations on process improvements, new product introduction, and quality actions.

You will monitor KPIs, develop meaningful measures, and help enhance safety, quality, delivery, cost, and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Aerospace, or related Engineering discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in a technical manufacturing role.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and manufacturing specifications.
• Experience with 2D and 3D CAD modeling.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.

Responsibilities

• Document production processes, work instructions, equipment capabilities and capacity, and value stream maps.
• Monitor manufacturing KPIs and identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and performance.
• Use Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methods to optimize products and processes with measurable impact.
• Support ERP implementation and ongoing use across manufacturing operations.
• Partner with engineering, quality, and production teams on process improvements and new product introduction.
• Troubleshoot production issues and develop sustainable tooling and equipment improvements.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, and presentations for internal and external customers.
• Work in laboratory and field environments with occasional travel.

Skills

CAD modeling

Dimensional measurement

Problem solving

Communication skills

MS Office

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

NX CAD

Job description

Job Summary

We're looking for a Product Engineer to support, monitor, and improve manufacturing processes for an assigned product family. In this hands-on role, you will document production capabilities, use Lean and Six Sigma tools to strengthen performance, and partner with engineering, quality, and operations on process improvements, new product introduction, and quality actions.

Work That Matters

At Chromalloy, your work directly supports aviation safety and reliability. Our teams repair and manufacture critical aerospace components used across the global aviation industry. Whether you're improving processes, supporting operations, solving technical challenges, or driving business performance, your contributions help keep aircraft flying safely around the world.

Location: Carson City, NV

Schedule: On-site

What You'll Be Doing

• Document production processes, work instructions, equipment capabilities and capacity, and value stream maps.
• Monitor manufacturing KPIs, help develop meaningful measures, and identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and operational performance.
• Use Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methods to optimize products and processes with measurable business impact.
• Support ERP implementation and ongoing use across manufacturing operations.
• Partner with engineering, quality, and production teams on process improvements, new product introduction, component designs, repairs, and production priorities.
• Troubleshoot production issues and help identify, develop, and implement sustainable tooling and equipment improvements.
• Support technical decisions for assigned product and process work while balancing technical, budget, and schedule requirements.
• Prepare clear technical reports, specifications, procedures, manuals, and presentations for internal and external customers.
• Work in laboratory and field environments, with occasional travel as needed.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Aerospace, or a related Engineering discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in a technical manufacturing role.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes, continuous improvement tools, and structured problem-solving methods.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and manufacturing specifications.
• Experience with 2D and 3D CAD modeling.
• Understanding of dimensional measurement methods such as CMM, white-light or laser scanning, and gaging.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.

Nice to Have

• Experience with NX CAD software.
• Knowledge of FAA guidelines related to PMA, RS-DER requirements, and compliance testing.
• Familiarity with project or program management tools.

Physical Requirements

• Work in a production floor environment with ventilation, climate control, moderate lighting, and moderate noise.
• Use finger dexterity to type, adjust, move, handle, operate, install, attach, remove, apply, grasp, manipulate, and measure.
• Occasionally move, transport, rotate, reach, pull, twist, adjust position, push, stoop, bend, and crouch.
• Lift up to 40 pounds.