Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Aircraft

Job Juncture; Sandpoint (ID); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Job Juncture in Sandpoint, Idaho, is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Aircraft to drive final assembly processes and Lean improvements.

You will develop manufacturing methods, support structures and avionics installation, lead root cause analysis, and collaborate with Design, Quality, and Supply Chain to ensure on-time delivery. Requires a Bachelor’s in an engineering field and 7–10 years in aerospace manufacturing, with riviting and NX CAD proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• 7-10 years of Manufacturing Engineering experience (aerospace, marine, or related preferred).
• Final assembly line experience strongly desired.
• Experience with riveting and complex aircraft assembly processes.
• CAD proficiency (Siemens NX preferred).
• Experience with PLM (TeamCenter) and ERP systems (Epicor E10 or SAP).
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve manufacturing methods including mBOMs, routings, tooling, layouts, and work instructions.
• Support aircraft structures, avionics installation, machining, and final assembly operations.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Drive Lean and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure configuration control and incorporate design changes into manufacturing plans.
• Support make/buy decisions and cost analysis.
• Participate in MRB activities and risk mitigation.
• Train production teams on processes and best practices.
• Partner cross-functionally with Design, Quality, Supply Chain, and Production.

Skills

Final assembly line experience

Root cause analysis

Lean manufacturing

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace/Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Siemens NX CAD

TeamCenter PLM

Epicor E10 ERP

SAP ERP

Job description

Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Aircraft

Salary: $110,000 - $120,000 per year

Posted: October 16 2026

Relocation Assistance: Available

Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Aircraft (110–120K + Bonus)

We have an exciting Senior Manufacturing Engineer opportunity available at a prestigious Aircraft Manufacturer located in beautiful Sandpoint.

This role plays a critical part in supporting final aircraft assembly, driving process optimization, strengthening root cause analysis, and ensuring on-time aircraft delivery.

Relocation Assistance is Provided

• Scenic lakeside mountain town.
• Four-season outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, skiing, fishing).
• Walkable downtown with restaurants and local shops.
• Short commutes and strong community feel.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and improve manufacturing methods including mBOMs, routings, tooling, layouts, and work instructions.
• Support aircraft structures, avionics installation, machining, and final assembly operations.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Drive Lean and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure configuration control and incorporate design changes into manufacturing plans.
• Support make/buy decisions and cost analysis.
• Participate in MRB activities and risk mitigation.
• Train production teams on processes and best practices.
• Partner cross-functionally with Design, Quality, Supply Chain, and Production.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• 7-10 years of Manufacturing Engineering experience (aerospace, marine, or related preferred).
• Final assembly line experience strongly desired.
• Experience with riveting and complex aircraft assembly processes.
• CAD proficiency (Siemens NX preferred).
• Experience with PLM (TeamCenter) and ERP systems (Epicor E10 or SAP).
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.