Manufacturing and Production Support Engineer

Description Project-Based Manufacturing Execution + Lead and execute assigned manufacturing and engineering projects across machining sites. + Support new program launches, transfers, and complex machining introductions. + Drive closure of cross-site engineering initiatives within defined timelines and scope. Producibility & Manufacturing Readiness + Conduct manufacturability and producibility reviews. + Identify machining risks and mitigation strategies prior to release to production. + Support advanced machining strategies including multi-axis and mill-turn applications. Continuous Improvement (CI) + Lead cycle time reduction, yield improvement, and scrap reduction projects. + Quantify and report measurable savings and operational impact. + Support enterprise-level CI portfolio execution. NC Programming & Process Support + Collaborate with NC Programming to standardize methods and improve programming efficiency. + Support simulation validation, post-processor consistency, and process optimization. + Assist with cross-site capacity balancing and programming coordination. Technology Deployment & Standardization + Support implementation of: + CNC capital equipment + Manufacturing Automation + Probing and in-process inspection strategies + NC Post-Processing standards + Digital workflows (i.e. quoting, quality, manufacturing planning) + Ensure adoption and operational integration across sites. + Develop and document standardized best practices. Cross-Site Integration + Serve as technical liaison between enterprise engineering and plant operations. + Travel to machining sites to support floor-level execution. + Facilitate knowledge transfer and best practice alignment across locations.

Requirements Required Qualifications + Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or related technical field or an associate’s degree with equivalent experience. + 5+ years of experience in precision machining, manufacturing engineering, or production support. + Strong understanding of: + 3, 4, and 5-axis machining + CNC programming fundamentals + GD&T and blueprint interpretation + Demonstrated experience leading manufacturing improvement projects. + Working knowledge of CAM systems (NX, Mastercam, or equivalent). + Strong project execution and organizational skills. + Ability to travel to multiple manufacturing sites. Preferred Qualifications + 8+ years of experience in machining-focused manufacturing environments. + Experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing. + Experience with 5-Axis and mill-turn platforms and automation systems. + Experience with building and/or implementing CNC post-processing strategies. + Experience with using and/or implementing advanced on-machine probing strategies. + Experience or exposure to advanced machine diagnostic methodologies (i.e. ball bar, machine modal analysis, liner and volumetric machine compensation). + Experience implementing digital manufacturing tools (e.g., ERP, estimating, quality, manufacturing planning tools) + Experience supporting multi-site manufacturing organizations.