Advanced Manufacturing Engineer NC Programmer
About The Position
As an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer NC Programmer at Honeywell Aerospace, you will help ensure the quality and efficiency of manufacturing operations. You will develop and implement strategies to optimize production processes, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence. The role reports directly to the Engineering Director and is based onsite in Torrance, California. You will optimize production workflows and advance manufacturing technologies to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality. The role also includes people-leadership responsibilities: recruiting talent, identifying and developing successors, supporting retention and engagement, and fostering an inclusive culture. Honeywell Aerospace operates across commercial aviation, defense, and space. The company describes its work as focused on customer needs, innovation, accountability, and performance.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, or mathematics.
- Proven experience in NC programming, process optimization, and lean manufacturing principles.
- Strong knowledge of NC programming in NX and use of Vericut verification software.
- Familiarity with GD&T concepts and symbols.
- Experience with data analysis and statistical process control.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Proven track record of continuous improvement and project execution.
- Familiarity with NX or similar CAD software.
- Must be a U.S. person, defined as a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or a person with protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.
- Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; the company is not sponsoring work visas for this job.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced engineering degree, such as in mechanical, electrical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering.
- Experience driving process improvements and achieving results.
- Ability to think strategically and implement innovative solutions.
- Experience programming 3-, 4-, and 5-axis mills.
- Experience programming lathes.
- Experience using NX programming software.
- Experience machining aluminum, titanium, and Inconel aerospace parts.
- Experience creating work-holding fixtures and selecting cutting tools for machining aerospace components.
Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee advanced machining processes to ensure quality, efficiency, and productivity.
- Develop and implement NC programs to optimize production processes and drive continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement advanced manufacturing technologies and align them with business objectives.
- Analyze manufacturing data and metrics to identify areas for improvement.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to team members.
- Recruit talent, identify and develop successors, support retention and engagement, and foster an inclusive culture.
Benefits
- Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- 401(k) match.
- Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.
- Employee assistance program.
- Educational assistance.
- Parental leave.
- 12 paid holidays.
- Paid time off for vacation, personal, and sick time.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
