Opportunity to join a leading Aerospace Manufacturer in Greater Montgomery, AL. Our client is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join their team in support of cutting edge composite production programs.

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you’ll support both production and development programs, ensuring zero-defect manufacturing execution through robust process design and continuous improvement. This role focuses on implementing advanced manufacturing technologies across materials, tooling, fabrication, and assembly.

Job Responsibilities

• What You’ll Do Develop and implement technical solutions for complex manufacturing challenges.
• Provide manufacturing engineer support for production integration and supplier-related issues.
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions to resolve non-conformances.
• Design tooling and production plans using standard manufacturing engineering methodologies.
• Support product development activities for manufacturing, which include quoting, tooling design, configuration changes, and first article inspections.
• Deliver measurable results aligned with manufacturing program and value stream objectives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners.
• Champion Lean initiatives and drive continuous improvement through various manufacturing processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• 3 (three) years of experience in manufacturing engineering.
• Experience with composite materials or equivalent engineered materials (e.g., fiber-reinforced polymers, laminates, or hybrid structures) in a manufacturing or product development environment.
• U.S. Person status per ITAR requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong continuous improvement mindset and results-driven approach.
• Ability to work independently across diverse manufacturing environments.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience mentoring or coaching team members.
• Demonstrated leadership, initiative, and sound judgment.
• Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing experience is a plus.
  
  

This position is based in Tallassee, AL, with relocation assistance available. Nearby communities such as Auburn, Wetumpka, Opelika, and Montgomery offer a range of residential options within commuting distance.