Exo Talent Partners · 16 hours ago
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Buffalo, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$100K/yr - $150K/yrEXO Talent Partners is supporting a leading aerospace manufacturer on a senior-level manufacturing engineering role focused on complex, precision-machined components for military aircraft programs. This hands-on role involves owning manufacturing processes end-to-end and collaborating closely with various teams to enhance advanced 5-axis CNC operations.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Alex Ganz
Responsibilities
Lead manufacturing process development for complex 5-axis milled aerospace components
Own CNC programming, operation sequencing, tooling, fixturing, and detailed work instructions
Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM) in partnership with design engineering
Support and improve existing production through direct shop-floor engagement
Estimate cycle times, labor standards, and cost for new and existing programs
Evaluate and implement new equipment, automation, and manufacturing technologies
Collaborate daily with engineering, operations, quality, and suppliers
Lead projects and support continuous improvement within a dedicated manufacturing cell
Qualification
Required
Strong hands-on experience with 5-Axis CNC Milling
CAD/CAM programming experience (NX preferred; comparable systems considered)
Proven end-to-end process engineering background (raw material → finished part)
Hands-on machining experience, including setup and prove-out
Experience machining aluminum, titanium, stainless steel, and similar materials
Deep understanding of cutting tools, workholding, and fixture design
Willingness to work onsite in the Buffalo / East Aurora, NY area
Preferred
Aerospace, defense, or other high-precision manufacturing experience preferred
Benefits
Annual profit sharing and bonus eligibility
Relocation assistance (lump sum)
401(k) with company match
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Tuition assistance and long-term career development opportunities
Company
Exo Talent Partners
EXO Talent Partners is a founder-led recruiting firm specializing in executive and high-impact engineering search across aerospace, defense, and advanced manufacturing.
Founded in 2025
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase