Manufacturing Project Engineer

Aerodyn-Engineering-LLC; Sterling Heights (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Weekly pay

Paid time off

Holidays

Insurance plans

401(k) match

Job summary

Aerodyn Engineering in Indianapolis, IN seeks a Manufacturing Project Manager to lead aerospace hardware projects from quote through delivery. You will coordinate manufacturing engineers, scheduling, quality, design, machinists, and vendors to meet quality, budget, and schedule while serving as the customer’s main contact.

You will build detailed quotes, review contracts, and drive manufacturing flow with risk mitigation. Strong communication and problem solving are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years engineering/industry experience preferred.
• Experience leading projects across multiple departments and vendors.
• Customer-focused with clear communication.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and creative problem solving.
• Experience with Epicor or similar ERP systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing projects for complex aerospace hardware from quote to delivery.
• Build detailed quotes and conduct contract reviews on each project.
• Develop manufacturing flow, identify risks, and plan mitigations.
• Coordinate internal resources and ensure tooling/fixturing readiness on time.
• Own customer communication on schedule, issues, and scope changes.
• Manage outside vendors and resolve delays and technical issues quickly.
• Track profitability in Epicor and keep weekly S&S reporting current.
• Capture lessons learned and drive process improvements.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Epicor ERP

Job description

AERODYN ENGINEERINGManufacturing Project Engineer / ManagerIndianapolis, IN | 1st Shift | Full-TimeSalary Range $80,000-$110,000(+ for the right candidate)NOTICE: This position is subject to U.S. Government security clearance. Due to federal government contracts and national security regulations, candidates must be U.S. citizens to be eligible for security clearance.About the RoleAerodyn Engineering is looking for a Manufacturing Project Manager to lead projects for complex research and development aerospace hardware. You'll own each project from quote through delivery, coordinating manufacturing engineers, scheduling, quality, design engineers, machinists, and outside vendors to meet quality, budget, and schedule, and you'll be the customer's main point of contact throughout.For more information on Aerodyn Engineering, please visit www.aerodyn-global.comWhat We OfferQuarterly Bonus IncentivesWeekly PaychecksIndustry-Competitive WagesPaid Time OffDesignated Sick/Med Time Off9 Paid HolidaysActive Insurance Benefits Within Your First MonthWide Range of Medical Plans, including 100% employer-paid options100% Employer-Paid Short-term Disability, Life, and AD&D InsurancesDental/Vision Insurance401(k) MatchSkill Development & Advancement OpportunitiesWhat You'll DoLead manufacturing projects for complex R&D hardware from quote through delivery.Build detailed quotes and handle contract review on every assigned project.Develop the manufacturing flow, identify risks, and plan mitigations.Coordinate internal resources and make sure tooling and fixturing are ready on time.Own customer communication on schedule, technical issues, and scope changes.Manage outside vendors and resolve delays and technical issues quickly.Track profitability in Epicor and keep weekly S&S reporting current.Capture lessons learned and drive process improvement.What Makes You a FitBachelor's degree and 5+ years of engineering and industry experience (preferred).Experience leading projects across multiple departments and vendors.Customer-focused, clear communicator.Strong mechanical aptitude and creative problem-solving.Experience with Epicor or a similar ERP system (preferred).What You'll HaveChallenging, one-of-a-kind aerospace hardware programs.Real ownership of the project and the customer relationship.A capable team of engineers, machinists, and quality staff behind you.RequirementsBachelor’s Degree required.5+ years prior engineering and industry experience preferred.Must have a strong mechanical aptitude and demonstrate the ability to develop creative solutions.Familiarity with Epicor or similar ERP systems is preferred.Strong PC skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Word & Outlook)Strong oral, written, and technical communication skills.Must be highly motivated, self-directed, and be comfortable operating independently as well as within a team environment.Must be customer-focused and able to work with customers and understand/respond to their needs.Must demonstrate the ability to act in a professional manner no matter the circumstance.