About this role
Manufacturing Process Engineer
Job Description
We are seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes supporting precision aerospace components. This role supports the full manufacturing lifecycle, including evaluating component requirements, developing machining processes, creating routings and Bills of Material (BOMs), and maintaining manufacturing documentation. The Manufacturing Process Engineer partners closely with Production, Quality, Engineering, Program Management, Supply Chain, customers, and external suppliers to improve manufacturing performance, support production requirements, resolve technical challenges, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This position plays a key role in supporting quality, delivery, cost, and customer satisfaction objectives while ensuring compliance with aerospace manufacturing standards. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
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Responsibilities
- Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for aerospace components and assemblies.
- Create and maintain Bills of Material (BOMs), routings, manufacturing instructions, and process documentation.
- Support production operations through troubleshooting, rework support, repair activities, and manufacturing issue resolution.
- Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Program Management, Supply Chain, and Production teams to support customer and operational requirements.
- Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, process sheets, and GD&T requirements.
- Support quotation, cost estimating, cycle-time analysis, and manufacturing feasibility activities.
- Coordinate manufacturing activities with external suppliers and processing vendors.
- Identify and implement opportunities for quality improvement, cost reduction, and productivity enhancement.
- Develop and maintain standard work instructions and manufacturing procedures.
- Support customer requirements and manufacturing readiness activities.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing and related methodologies.
- Support quality, delivery, operational, and customer satisfaction objectives.
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Required Qualifications
- Experience supporting manufacturing engineering or process engineering activities within a manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of machining processes, manufacturing flow, routing development, and production sequencing.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, process documentation, and GD&T requirements.
- Experience creating and maintaining Bills of Material (BOMs), routings, manufacturing instructions, and process documentation.
- Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems used for manufacturing planning, routing management, inventory control, and production support.
- Experience supporting manufacturing troubleshooting and process improvement initiatives.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, program management, and customer-facing teams.
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Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting aerospace, defense, precision machining, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
- Experience supporting RFQ, quoting, cost estimating, manufacturing feasibility studies, and cycle-time analysis.
- Familiarity with AS9100 and aerospace quality requirements.
- Experience utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or similar continuous improvement methodologies.
- Experience coordinating activities with machine shops, processing vendors, and manufacturing suppliers.
- Familiarity with CAD/CAM software, including Siemens NX or similar platforms.
- Experience supporting manufacturing engineering, process engineering, industrial engineering, machining engineering, aerospace engineering, or related technical disciplines.
- Equivalent combinations of education, technical training, military experience, and manufacturing experience may be considered when accompanied by demonstrated manufacturing process engineering success.
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Key Skills
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Process Engineering
- Aerospace Manufacturing
- Machining Processes
- Blueprint Interpretation
- GD&T
- BOM Creation & Maintenance
- Routing Development
- ERP/MRP Systems
- Continuous Improvement
- Lean Manufacturing
- Cost Estimating
- Production Support
- Process Optimization
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Work Environment
This position operates within a collaborative aerospace manufacturing environment supporting precision components and complex production requirements. The role involves regular interaction with Production, Engineering, Quality, Program Management, Supply Chain personnel, customers, and external suppliers. The position supports both day-to-day manufacturing operations and longer-term process improvement initiatives focused on improving quality, delivery, cost, and operational performance.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Manchester, CT.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $97000.00 - $125000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Copilot said:
Company Benefits
Benefits information should be validated directly with the client and HR team prior to posting externally. Based on information gathered during qualification, candidates can expect the following:
Health & Wellness
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness-focused benefits (confirm details during offer stage)
Financial Benefits
401(k) retirement plan with company contributions/match (confirm eligibility and match structure)
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and/or Health Savings Account (HSA), if eligible
Paid Time Off
PTO accrual program
Employees with 1-4 years of service accrue approximately 3 weeks (120 hours) annually
PTO is accrued each pay period and is not fully front-loaded
Paid holidays (confirm annual holiday schedule)
Career Development
Opportunity to work on flight-critical aerospace products
Exposure to OEM aerospace programs and customer requirements
Cross-functional interaction with Manufacturing, Quality, Program Management, Supply Chain, and Operations leadership
High-impact engineering role with visibility across the organization
Work Environment & Culture
Stable aerospace manufacturing organization
Direct impact on quality, delivery, and manufacturing performance
Hands-on engineering environment with strong floor presence
Collaborative culture focused on problem solving and continuous improvement
Opportunity to influence manufacturing processes, cost reduction initiatives, and operational excellence
Employee Value Proposition (EVP)
Work on aerospace components that directly support rotorcraft and fixed-wing aircraft.
Visible engineering role with ownership from quotation through manufacturing execution.
Opportunity to lead process improvements and influence plant performance.
Exposure to complex aerospace machining, manufacturing processes, and OEM requirements.
Join a team where engineering plays a critical role in quality, delivery performance, and customer satisfaction.
Competitive compensation range of $95,000 - $110,000 with long-term growth potential in aerospace manufacturing.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Manchester,CT.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026. About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without
regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,
sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected
by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or
adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,
please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the
city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants
with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a
condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law
shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,
including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications
and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you
acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.