Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer

Butler America Aerospace L.L.C.; Windsor Locks (CT); On-site; USD 58,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

medical

dental

vision

sick time as applicable to state law

Job summary

Butler America Aerospace, LLC. is seeking a Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer to contribute to the production of sophisticated assemblies for Space and Sea applications in Windsor Locks, CT.

The role focuses on manufacturability, process development, and continuous improvement within an IPD team. Responsibilities include creating manufacturing methods, drafting assembly documentation, and supporting root-cause investigations and EH&S compliance, with an emphasis on Life Support and Thermal

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency with Creo CAD or similar CAD modeling tools.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, machining, welding, and brazing processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement mechanical manufacturing methods for hardware, ensuring readiness for production goals.
• Create manufacturing assembly documentation and tooling concepts for high-quality hardware assemblies.
• Provide technical guidance to internal teams and suppliers to ensure compliance with specs.

Skills

CAD modeling

Lean Manufacturing

Machining

Welding

Brazing

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Creo CAD

MRP systems

Job description

Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Windsor Locks, CT

Job ID: #73414

Duration: 6-12 months contract

Pay Range: $42-46 -W2 hourly

Job Description

Position Overview

The Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer will contribute to the production of highly sophisticated assemblies for Space and Sea applications, including heat exchangers, pumps, fans, and pressurized accumulators. This role involves driving innovation, ensuring manufacturability, and applying advanced engineering solutions to support life support and thermal control systems.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and implement mechanical manufacturing methods for hardware, ensuring their readiness and alignment with production goals.
• Author comprehensive manufacturing assembly documentation and design conceptual tooling to assist in high-quality hardware assembly used in Life support and Thermal control applications.
• Provide technical expertise to internal teams and external suppliers to ensure compliance with engineering and quality specifications.
• Lead and support failure investigations by determining root causes, implementing corrective actions, and managing non-conforming hardware to drive continuous improvement.
• Develop and document sequences for complex manufacturing operations, define equipment requirements, and optimize processes for assembly, disassembly, and repair to maximize efficiency and performance.
• Ensure all manufacturing processes and procedures adhere to applicable Environmental, Health, and Safety (EH&S) requirements and quality standards.
• Identify and implement changes to enhance product quality, reduce costs, and improve productivity using advanced knowledge of fabrication, tooling, assembly, and quality control standards.
• Prepare cost estimates, manage project schedules, and draft procedures, policies, and work instructions.
• Review design drawings and concepts, addressing potential producibility concerns, and provide recommendations for using advanced technology and materials.
• Collaborate effectively within an Integrated Product Development (IPD) Team and contribute in a cross-functional team environment.
• Present technical updates to senior leadership and contribute to initiatives such as CORE (Customer Oriented Results and Excellence), Process Certification, Lean Manufacturing, and Manufacturing Process Reviews.
• Promote and lead projects related to EH&S compliance and sustainability.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, OR

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency or familiarity with CAD modeling/design software such as Creo.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, machining, welding, and brazing processes.
• Experience in continuous improvement methodologies and tools like Shainin Red X, DMAIC, Taguchi Design of Experiment, Ishikawa diagrams, and Fault Tree Analysis.
• Familiarity with Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) systems.
• Previous experience with Life Support and/or Thermal Control hardware is highly desirable.
• Strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to effectively engage with team members, suppliers, and senior leadership.
• US Citizen

Benefits Provided

• 401K
• medical
• dental
• vision
• sick time as applicable to state law

Butler America Aerospace, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer. Butler evaluates applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The Butler America Aerospace, LLC. EEO Policy Statement and "Know Your Rights" Poster is available here: Applicant and Employee Notices.

Butler America Aerospace, LLC. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at [e-mail]. #ZR