Blue Signal Search · 3 weeks ago
Manufacturing Process Engineer – Aerospace Manufacturing
Blue Signal Search is an agile aerospace-adjacent manufacturer seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to transform customer concepts into production-ready reality. The role involves hands-on engineering, influencing facility layout and process flow while supporting equipment relocation and production.
Responsibilities
Translate customer requirements into detailed manufacturing drawings, routings, and bills of materials for metallic and composite assemblies
Create and maintain work instructions, tooling needs, and traveler packets in alignment with AS9100-style quality systems
Own engineering change orders and document control actions through the ERP/MRP platform
Design fixtures, gauges, and jigs with 3-D CAD (Inventor/SolidWorks or similar) and coordinate fabrication
Provide on-the-floor support during equipment relocation, installation, and first-article production
Lead root-cause / corrective-action activities for nonconformities and customer returns
Champion lean and continuous-improvement projects that trim cycle time, cost, and waste
Represent the company with professionalism in technical discussions with customers and suppliers
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent)
4+ years in precision machining or fabrication for aerospace or defense products
Proficiency with 3-D parametric CAD and familiarity with CAM (Mastercam, Fusion 360, etc.)
Working knowledge of CMM inspection techniques and GD&T
Experience in AS9100 or ISO 9001 regulated environments, including configuration management
Ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-moving setting
At ease while donning protective gear and able to handle occasional loads of up to 30 pounds on the production floor
Must be a U.S. person (ITAR compliance)
Benefits
Competitive salary
Relocation assistance if needed
Full benefits (medical, PTO, 401k)
Company
Blue Signal Search
Blue Signal is a nationwide recruiting, executive search, and staffing firm built on a foundation of helping others, doing the right thing, and being excellent.