Associate MRO Production Engineer

Chromalloy • Windsor, CT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Chromalloy is seeking an Associate Production Engineer to support the repair and overhaul of critical gas turbine engine components. The role supports product quality, process capability, on-time delivery, and operational performance by providing technical support to manufacturing operations and leading continuous improvement initiatives. It may support specialized processes such as heat treatment, brazing, blending, grit blasting, plasma spray, and other aerospace manufacturing processes.

The position is based on-site in Windsor, Connecticut, in a manufacturing environment. Work may involve exposure to machinery, moving equipment, noise, fumes, and varying temperatures. The role requires frequent standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching, as well as use of personal protective equipment and adherence to safety requirements. Hours outside the regular schedule, including evenings, weekends, or holidays, may be required based on operational needs.

Only U.S. persons, as defined in the posting, may be considered. Any employment offer is conditioned on successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a science-based discipline such as Materials Science, Chemistry, or Physics.
• 0–2+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting production processes, troubleshooting manufacturing issues, and implementing process improvements.
• Strong problem-solving skills and experience conducting root cause and corrective action investigations.
• Working knowledge of 3D modeling software such as Siemens NX or similar CAD platforms.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with operations, quality, maintenance, and leadership teams.
• Must qualify as a U.S. person under the definition provided in the posting.
• Successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen is required for an employment offer.

Nice To Haves

• Aerospace manufacturing, MRO, or gas turbine engine experience.
• Experience supporting special processes such as heat treatment, brazing, thermal spray, grit blasting, or blending operations.
• CNC or robotic programming experience.
• Ability to read PLC logic and perform basic troubleshooting.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Green Belt certification.
• Experience working within AS9100 or other aerospace quality management systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day engineering support for production operations, including troubleshooting, yield improvement, rework reduction, and disposition of non-conforming material.
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective action activities to improve quality, performance, and process reliability.
• Drive production readiness and process capability for manufacturing equipment within assigned process areas.
• Design, develop, and implement tooling, fixtures, gauges, and process improvements to enhance productivity and quality.
• Create and maintain process documentation, including work instructions, operating procedures, training materials, and quality records.
• Support employee training on equipment operation, process controls, and best practices.
• Partner with maintenance teams to develop and improve preventive maintenance programs for critical production equipment.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and DMAIC methodologies to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.
• Participate in Kaizen events and continuous improvement initiatives across the operation.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefit options starting on day one.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Wellness incentives.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Training and development curriculum and engineering fellowship programs.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays, eligible from the first day of employment.
• Parental leave, eligible from the first day of employment.
• Eligibility for quarterly and annual bonuses, depending on role and site.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level