GKN Aerospace · 22 hours ago
Manufacturing Engineering Manager (CHILD)
Tallassee, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expGKN Aerospace is looking for a Manufacturing Engineering Manager who is passionate about developing people while driving technical results. In this role, you will lead a team of talented engineers and guide them through complex aerospace programs, ensuring manufacturing systems deliver quality and performance expectations.
AerospaceCommercialManufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead, coach, and mentor a team of Manufacturing Engineers supporting major aerospace programs
Serve as the key Manufacturing Engineering voice in program reviews, technical discussions, and customer interactions
Deliver manufacturing systems that meet stakeholder expectations by balancing safety, quality, cost, and delivery
Develop solutions to complex technical challenges and drive continuous improvement throughout the value stream
Champion a Zero Defect Manufacturing mindset and build a culture centered on strong process control
Oversee tooling and production planning from concept through launch, ensuring high capability and readiness
Support new product development activities including quoting, configuration changes, and first article builds
Partner across departments to align engineering work with program requirements and operational priorities
Lead Lean initiatives and help evolve engineering standards, best practices, and training across the team
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering; a Master's degree or MBA is a plus
7+ years of manufacturing experience, ideally within aerospace and composite production environments
Demonstrated success serving as a technical leader or subject matter authority in Manufacturing Engineering
Solid knowledge of relevant industry standards such as AS9100, ISO 9001, and NADCAP
Working familiarity with operational and engineering systems including SIOP, MES, MRB processes, QMS platforms, and production planning tools
Must meet U.S. Person requirements as defined by ITAR and EAR regulations
Preferred
Experience partnering with major OEMs such as Boeing, Airbus, Lockheed Martin, or Bell
Background in APQP, new product introductions, and cost estimation for complex aerospace components
Proven ability to manage direct reports and lead cross functional teams toward shared objectives
Lean or Six Sigma certification, with Green Belt or higher preferred
Extensive hands on experience in composite manufacturing processes and best practices
Strong communication skills with the ability to engage, influence, and align diverse stakeholders
Demonstrated success leading in a matrixed environment and driving progress without direct authority
Benefits
Relocation assistance available
Company
GKN Aerospace
GKN Aerospace is an aerospace mfg. company that develops, builds & supplies an extensive range of advanced aerospace systems.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.5MKey Investors
Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development
2025-09-03Grant· $2.5M
Leadership Team
Bradford Boisvert
Global Finance Director - Enterprise, Transformation Project
Recent News
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Hartford Business Journal
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