Manufacturing Engineer II

Pursuit Aerospace • Malden, MA

44d • Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer Candidate. You will have the opportunity to work with an experienced and highly motivated team. The role will be processed based and will have a focus on programming and supporting CNC Turning of nickel forgings, nickel castings, and aluminum castings

Requirements

• Teamwork and Initiative: Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Communication and Organization: Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Technical Expertise: Must have a minimum of 3 years of CNC Turning programming experience with Nickel or Aluminum based alloys and machining processes (Machine selection, tool selection, work holding selection, setup knowledge, process troubleshooting). Stainless or Ti experience considered to be equivalent.
• Flexibility: Adaptability to changing business needs.
• Problem-Solving: Skilled in troubleshooting technical issues.

Nice To Haves

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar degree at an ABET accredited school, or in absence of a degree, 8 years of relevant CNC turning programming.
• For candidates with a bachelor’s degree, a minimum 3 years of prior relevant experience in CNC turning programming as a Manufacturing Engineer
• Experience with reading and interpreting GD&T on blueprints, process specifications, and technical drawings in Aerospace or comparable regulated Industry.
• Proficiency in English language, both verbal and written.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to interpret blueprints and sketches accurately.

Responsibilities

• Manufacturing Engineering: Determine a sequence of operations for NPI parts, support/improve flow for existing products, create and update routings, operation sketches, PFMEAs, perform capacity analysis, evaluate process capabilities and troubleshoot CNC processes
• CNC Knowledge: Leverage experience with various CNC machines including lathes, milling, EDM and others to support existing products families & NPI, and able to identify/select machine replacements
• Programming: Develop CNC programs using machine controls and NX CAD/CAM software.
• Tooling Solutions: Design tooling solutions for material removal (custom tool holders for clearances, special part features) and work holding/fixturing (pie jaws, rings, clamps, covers, etc.) to optimize machining processes and account for part movement.
• Technical Support: Provide guidance to team members and collaborate with machinists to improve mistake proofing, as well as quality and production targets.
• Process Optimization: Gather feedback from the machinists and incorporate their feedback to improve existing programs and processes for better efficiency and process capability.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of CNC programs, models, fixturing, and tooling information for traceability.
• Safety and Compliance: Ensure adherence to safety procedures and regulations.
• Continuous Improvement: Lead implementation of continuous improvement ideas and participate in Kaizen workshops.
• Training Support: Identify potential areas where the shop could use more training and document as you go.
• Problem Solving: Address manufacturing and quality issues using root cause analysis and soft skills.

Benefits

• Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees