Senior Aerospace Structural Manufacturing Engineer

Executive Recruiting Group; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Executive Recruiting Group is seeking an experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer for structural assembly on a Part 25 clean-sheet aircraft project. You will ensure manufacturability, quality, and efficiency are integrated from concept to final assembly.

You will independently drive technical work, lead multiple high-impact projects, and mentor team members while coordinating with suppliers and product engineering to meet program objectives.

Qualifications

• BS, MS or PhD in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Aerospace, or Materials Engineering (or related).
• 8+ years aerospace manufacturing or production engineering experience, incl. 5+ years with large structural assemblies.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and ability to communicate complex concepts to leadership.

Responsibilities

• Define and coordinate manufacturing requirements and processes for fabrication and assembly of metallic and composite parts.
• Lead trade studies, DFM decisions, and optimization to guide program technical strategy.
• Manage multiple high-impact projects with technical risk and cross-team integration.
• Provide mentorship and act as manufacturing focal point for structural assembly.
• Coordinate interfaces between structure suppliers and final assembly tooling, ensuring readiness.

Skills

Manufacturing

Aerospace

Leadership

Education

BS in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Aerospace, or Materials Eng

MS or PhD (preferred)

Tools

CAD

PLM tools (CATIA V5/V6, 3DEXPERIENCE, ENOVIA, DELMIA)

Job description

Executive Recruiting Group is seeking an experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer for structural assembly on a Part 25 clean-sheet aircraft project. You will ensure manufacturability, quality, and efficiency are integrated from concept to final assembly.

You will independently drive technical work, lead multiple high-impact projects, and mentor team members while coordinating with suppliers and product engineering to meet program objectives.