Manufacturing Engineer – Aerostructures Development 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer – Aerostructures Development to support new product quotation, industrialization, and early-phase manufacturing development. 

This role bridges Engineering and Manufacturing, translating product definitions into executable, cost-effective processes for complex aerospace structures. The position supports new program bids (RFQs), product development, and sustaining engineering, with a strong focus on cost modeling, time studies, tooling strategy, and industrial planning. 

Key Responsibilities: 

New Product Development & Quotation

Develop detailed cost estimates for RFQs, including Recurring (RC) and Non-Recurring (NRC) costs. Perform Make/Buy analysis to optimize cost, capacity, and risk. Support program bids through manufacturing feasibility and industrial strategy. 

Manufacturing & Industrialization

Define and validate manufacturing and inspection processes for metallic and composite aerostructures. Develop process plans, manufacturing routings, MBOMs, and work instructions. Establish manufacturing times using time studies and industrial engineering methods. Support tooling concepts, tooling design validation, and tooling cost inputs. 

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner closely with Design Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Tooling, and Production teams. Review, comment, and approve engineering drawings from a manufacturing perspective. Act as Manufacturing Engineering representative with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. 

Process Optimization & Support

Support prototype builds and early production launches. Resolve technical and manufacturing issues during development and production ramp-up. Participate in FMEAs, value analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives. Support AS9100 compliance and manufacturing change board activities.

 Required Qualifications: 

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred) 8–10+ years of Manufacturing Engineering experience in aerospace Strong background in aerostructures (metallic and/or composite) Demonstrated experience with new product industrialization and RFQ support Proficiency with CATIA Experience with PLM systems (Teamcenter preferred) and ERP systems (SAP preferred) Solid understanding of: Determinate Assembly (DA) Time computation and industrial planning Tooling and assembly methodologies Inspection planning and MBOM development