Manufacturing Applications Engineer

• Process & Application Development: Design, validate, and optimize advanced machining processes for complex aerospace parts across multi-axis mills, Swiss machines, and CNC lathes.
• Tooling & Setup Strategy: Define cutting conditions, select high-performance tooling, and design work-holding solutions to hit tight quality, cost, and throughput targets.
• Continuous Improvement & Cycle Reduction: Identify cycle-time reductions, reduce scrap, and introduce automation, digital manufacturing, and Industry 4.0 solutions.
• Quality & Compliance: Ensure full adherence to AS9100, ITAR, and customer specs; support FAIs, PPAPs, and lead root-cause corrective actions.

• Machining Expertise: Extensive background with Swiss CNC and Multi-Axis - CNC equipment.
• Core Competencies: Strong mastery of GD&T, CAD/CAM (Mastercam, NX, CATIA, or similar), G-code, tooling selection, and process documentation.
• Aerospace & ERP Experience: Familiarity with AS9100/ITAR standards and ERP systems (Epicor preferred).
• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent hands-on experience) paired with 2-5+ years of dedicated CNC Applications Engineering background., * Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Experience:

• Applications Engineer: 3 years (Required)
• CNC Metal Manufacturing: 5 years (Required)
• AS9100: 3 years (Required)
• Aerospace Engineering: 3 years (Required)

Referral program, Tuition reimbursement, 401(k), Health insurance, Paid time off, Vision insurance, Dental insurance, Flexible spending account Full-time Bloomington, MN, Why Join Us? We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and an environment where seasoned engineers have the autonomy to innovate, streamline, and build cutting-edge manufacturing solutions.

Ready to elevate your engineering career? Apply today!

Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year, * 401(k)

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance