MRO Production Engineer

Chromalloy•Windsor, CT

5d•$89,840 - $117,915•Onsite

About The Position

Chromalloy is a global engineering & solutions company. We are a leading provider of aftermarket parts, repairs, and solutions that safely & reliably extend the life of aircraft engines and gas turbines. We develop, manufacture and repair critical turbine components for a range of engine platforms. Our solutions support the engines running the aerospace, energy and defense industries around the world. Why work at Chromalloy? Chromalloy employees are proud, passionate problem-solvers who strive to live our values every day. A career with Chromalloy is an opportunity to learn from top industry experts, work with important technologies, and unlock a passion for innovation. Join our team of experts, innovators and problem-solvers delivering world-class solutions for our customers. As a global company, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel represented, heard, and able to bring their best selves to work every day. Be part of something bigger with Chromalloy! Our Total Rewards Program is designed to support you today and in the future. Comprehensive and flexible benefit options starting on day one, including medical, dental, vision, EAP, wellness incentives, and 401(k) with employer matching. Development & progression opportunities for every employee – regular performance conversations, training and development curriculum, and engineering fellowship programs. Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, paid holidays, and parental leave—all eligible on your first day of employment! Competitive pay, including eligibility for quarterly and annual bonuses, depending on role and site. Eligibility for individual benefit plans may vary based on employment status. Job Summary We're looking for a Production Engineer to support the repair and overhaul of critical gas turbine engine components. This role plays a key part in ensuring product quality, process capability, on-time delivery, and operational performance. The Production Engineer provides technical support to manufacturing operations while leading continuous improvement initiatives and supporting specialized repair processes such as heat treatment, brazing, blending, grit blasting, plasma spray, or other aerospace manufacturing processes. Work That Matters At Chromalloy, your work directly supports aviation safety and reliability. Our teams repair and manufacture critical aerospace components used across the global aviation industry. Whether you're improving processes, supporting operations, solving technical challenges, or driving business performance, your contributions help keep aircraft flying safely around the world.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a science-based discipline such as Materials Science, Chemistry, or Physics.
3+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience supporting production processes, troubleshooting manufacturing issues, and implementing process improvements.
Strong problem-solving skills with experience conducting root cause and corrective action investigations.
Working knowledge of 3D modeling software such as Siemens NX or similar CAD platforms.
Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with operations, quality, maintenance, and leadership teams.

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 that 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.