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# Process Engineer (Aerospace)

- **Company:** Jobot
- **Location:** Meriden, CT, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $190,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer Programming, Siemens NX, Mastercam
- **Published:** October 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/d62960a6-114c-4b90-bfc4-35a59164263a

## About the Role

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field, or equivalent hands-on manufacturing experience
5+ years of experience in Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, CNC Programming, or precision machining
Strong knowledge of CNC machining processes, including milling and turning
Experience supporting CNC mills, lathes, VTLs, and/or multi-axis machining centers
Mastercam CNC programming experience
Strong understanding of tooling, fixturing, machining methods, and manufacturing process development
Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge
Experience troubleshooting machining and manufacturing process issues
Strong analytical, mechanical, and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, hands-on shop-floor environment

Preferred Qualifications
Aerospace or other high-precision manufacturing experience
Siemens NX CAD/CAM experience
Fixture and tooling design experience
First article and production prove-out experience
CNC programming and process optimization experience
Toolroom or advanced machining experience
Experience with continuous improvement and process development

## Description

What You'll Do
Develop, evaluate, and optimize manufacturing processes for precision-machined components
Improve machining methods, routing sequences, tooling, fixturing, and inspection requirements
Support and troubleshoot CNC mills, lathes, VTLs, and multi-axis machining centers
Develop, optimize, and troubleshoot CNC programs using Mastercam
Support first article prove-outs, new product introductions, and production launches
Work directly with machinists to troubleshoot machining, tooling, programming, and production issues
Develop setup sheets, operation sheets, work instructions, and other manufacturing process documentation
Review engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and GD&T requirements
Evaluate existing manufacturing processes and identify opportunities to improve cycle times, quality, efficiency, and cost
Assist with the development of manufacturing estimates and job quotes for precision-machined components
Support tooling and fixture development to improve process capability and repeatability
Partner with Engineering, Quality, Production, and shop-floor personnel to resolve manufacturing challenges
Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, productivity, efficiency, and cost reduction