Manufacturing Engineer / CNC Programmer

DRT Holdings, LLC • Meriden, CT

4d • Onsite

About The Position

DRT Aerospace is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer / CNC Programmer who wants more than a desk job. This is a hands-on engineering role where you'll take ownership of manufacturing processes from concept to production. You'll work directly with machinists, production leaders, tooling, and quality teams to develop efficient machining strategies, launch new programs, improve existing processes, and solve real-world manufacturing challenges every day. If you're energized by complex machining, continuous improvement, and seeing your work become critical aerospace components, this is the opportunity to make an impact.

Requirements

• 5+ years of Manufacturing Engineering and/or CNC Programming experience
• Strong CNC programming experience with VTLs, mills, and lathes
• Experience running and releasing first article parts
• Advanced understanding of machining processes and production environments
• Strong GD&T knowledge
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings
• Experience supporting process improvements and manufacturing optimization
• Proven problem-solving skills and sense of ownership

Nice To Haves

• Mastercam experience
• NX CAD experience
• Aerospace, defense, or precision machining experience
• Fixture design experience
• Quoting and estimating experience

Responsibilities

• Program CNC VTLs, mills, and lathes
• Develop manufacturing methods, process flows, and routings
• Create setup sheets, operation instructions, and process documentation
• Run and validate first article parts
• Improve cycle times, tooling strategies, and machine utilization
• Design fixtures and support tooling development
• Troubleshoot manufacturing and machining issues on the shop floor
• Support quoting and estimating for new opportunities
• Partner with machinists, production, quality, and suppliers to deliver results
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives that drive performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed