Senior Manufacturing Engineer CNC Machining - 4th Shift

Build the Manufacturing Processes Behind Mission-Critical Technology Join a team developing advanced hardware that supports aerospace and defense programs where precision, reliability, and quality matter. We’re seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to help define and optimize how complex metal components are produced. In this hands-on role, you'll work directly on the manufacturing floor, partnering with operations, design, and quality teams to turn engineering designs into high-performing hardware.

From CNC programming and tooling strategy to process optimization and inspection planning, your work will directly impact product quality, delivery, and manufacturing performance. If you enjoy solving machining challenges, improving processes, and seeing your work become real hardware, this could be the opportunity for you.

Why Join Us

? Work on advanced aerospace and defense programs Own manufacturing processes for precision-machined hardware Solve complex machining and process challenges Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams Help drive continuous improvement and operational excellence Enjoy a 3-day work schedule with 4 days off each week Relocation assistance available Opportunities for technical growth and leadership

What You'Ll Do

Support day-to-day manufacturing operations and help keep production moving Translate engineering designs into complete manufacturing process plans Define materials, tooling, fixturing, CNC programming, inspection methods, and work instructions Develop and optimize multi-axis CNC programs for complex metal components Use simulation and validation tools to improve machining performance and quality Partner with design, quality, and operations teams to ensure manufacturability and efficiency Lead process development activities for new product introductions and production readiness Drive continuous improvement initiatives using SPC, process data, and manufacturing analysis Review metrology data and ensure processes meet tight tolerance

Requirements

Standardize machining best practices and create manufacturing documentation Mentor engineers and machinists on advanced machining techniques and process improvements Validate and refine NC programs using tools such as Vericut and Cimco Edit

What We'Re Looking For

S. Citizenship required Active Secret Clearance or ability to obtain one Preferred Experience 5-axis CNC programming for complex geometries NX CAM programming experience Creo (CAD/CAM) or similar engineering tools Vericut, Cimco Edit, or similar NC simulation and validation software Coatings, plating, or structural assembly processes Machining simulation, optimization, and process modeling Continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives GD T certification or advanced GD T application experience Experience mentoring engineers, machinists, or technicians What Success Looks Like In this role, you'll help build reliable manufacturing processes that produce precision hardware used in mission-critical applications.