Senior Manufacturing Engineer — Lead & Launch Expert

Aerostar Mfg; Romulus (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerostar Manufacturing seeks a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead new product development, implement manufacturing processes, and drive continuous improvement. The role coordinates with customers, engineering, quality, operations, and suppliers to ensure successful launches and manufacturability.

You will oversee design reviews, feasibility discussions, and production readiness while mentor­ing a team of engineers and technicians.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• Minimum 810 years of manufacturing engineering experience in automotive or related environment.
• Minimum 3 years of engineering leadership or supervisory experience.
• Experience leading customer DQR and feasibility reviews.
• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, GD&T, PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flow Development, Root Cause Analysis, Lean Manufacturing and CI methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead APQP activities from product launch through production.
• Prepare, review, and approve PPAP documentation.
• Review drawings and CAD models using GD&T.
• Develop manufacturing docs, work instructions and process specs.
• Support internal, customer, and third‑party audits.
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and customer requirements.
• Mentor and develop engineering staff and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

DQR leadership

APQP

PPAP

GD&T

PFMEA

Control Plans

Process Flow

Root Cause Analysis

Lean Manufacturing

CI methodologies

8D problem solving

Manufacturing Process Development

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD software

ERP/MRP/MES

Job description

Aerostar Manufacturing seeks a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead new product development, implement manufacturing processes, and drive continuous improvement. The role coordinates with customers, engineering, quality, operations, and suppliers to ensure successful launches and manufacturability.

You will oversee design reviews, feasibility discussions, and production readiness while mentor­ing a team of engineers and technicians.