NPAworldwide · 2 days ago
Senior Manufacturing Engineer - 5-Axis Milling
Buffalo, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$115K/yr - $145K/yr
5+ years expNPAworld is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer specializing in 5-Axis Milling to lead the development of manufacturing processes for new aerospace components. The role involves driving Design for Manufacturing initiatives, creating and proving out N/C programs, and collaborating with various teams to improve production processes.
Recruiting
Responsibilities
Lead the development of manufacturing processes for new aerospace components
Drive Design for Manufacturing (DFM) initiatives across engineering teams
Create and prove out N/C programs, operation sequences, work holding design concepts, tooling/gauge lists, and detailed work instructions
Support and improve existing production processes through hands-on shop floor engagement
Estimate time standards, labor ratios, and economic run quantities for complex parts
Generate detailed cost estimates for new business and process improvements
Evaluate and implement new capital equipment and manufacturing technologies
Collaborate daily with engineers, technicians, operations staff, quality teams, and suppliers to resolve process issues and mentor peers
Lead projects and potentially own the engineering portion of a dedicated manufacturing cell
Support automated manufacturing cells to reduce labor and variability
Qualification
Required
A bachelors degree in a technical field with 5+ years of relevant professional experience, or an associate degree with 8+ years of relevant professional experience, or a High School Diploma/GED with 10+ years of proven professional experience
Strong knowledge and experience in 5-Axis CNC Milling programming using CAD/CAM
Proven experience in end-to-end process engineering from raw material to finished product
Hands-on machining experience, including setup and operation
Expertise in machining a variety of materials (aluminum, titanium, stainless steel, etc.)
Strong knowledge of cutting tools, work holding, and fixture design
Excellent communication and documentation skills
Project management experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, etc.)
Preferred
NX experience preferred, but not required
Company
NPAworldwide
NPAworldwide is a global recruiting network that facilitates placements that result in split fees.
2-10 employees
Funding
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