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# Manufacturing Applications Engineer

- **Company:** Nelson
- **Location:** Bloomington, MN, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $90,000.0 - $110,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer Aided Three-Dimensional Interactive Application (CATIA), Fabric Application Interface Standards, G-Codes, Software Engineering, Epicor ERP, Mastercam
- **Published:** August 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=efd7084355e46377

## About the Role

* 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)

## Description

* 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.


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