Manufacturing Engineer

Confidential Manufacturing Engineer/ Process Engineering/ Product Development / NPI (Composites)Rock Hill, SC | Full-Time | Aerospace, Defense & Advanced ManufacturingA rapidly growing advanced manufacturing organization is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support the development and production of highly engineered composite products serving aerospace, defense, space, and emerging technology markets.This is an opportunity to join a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where engineers play a critical role in bringing products from concept through production. The ideal candidate enjoys working directly on the manufacturing floor, solving complex process challenges, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.Position Highlights:• Location: Rock Hill, SC (onsite)• Compensation: Targeting approximately $80K-120K base, with flexibility for the right candidate + (8-10% Bonus Target) + Long term stock option incentive program for employees (similar to Space X start up equity) + Relocation/ Sign on Bonus• Bonus: Annual performance bonus opportunity• Additional Incentives: Sign-on assistance and relocation support available• Growth Environment: Significant expansion plans and strong leadership investment in the businessWhat You'll Do• Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for composite products• Support new product introduction (NPI) and transition programs from prototype to production• Collaborate with engineering, operations, quality, and commercial teams to improve manufacturability and efficiency• Lead process improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, throughput, and cost reduction• Troubleshoot manufacturing challenges and perform root cause analysis• Create and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and manufacturing standards• Provide hands-on support to production teams in a low-volume, high-mix manufacturing environment• Interface directly with customers and internal stakeholders to support product development and production goalsDesired Background• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field• 3-5+ years of Manufacturing Engineering or Process Engineering experience• Experience in composite manufacturing environments• Knowledge of carbon fiber materials and composite fabrication processes preferred• Experience with one or more of the following:• Resin Transfer Molding (RTM)• Vacuum Infusion • Hand Layup / Hand Lamination • Composite Assembly• Advanced Materials Processing• Experience supporting products through prototype, development, and production phases• Strong problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset• Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentPreferred Industry Experience• Aerospace• Defense• Space Systems• UAV / Drone Manufacturing• Advanced Materials• Motorsports• High-Performance Composite ManufacturingWhy Consider This Opportunity?• Rapidly growing organization with significant expansion plans• Exposure to cutting-edge aerospace, defense, and advanced technology programs• Highly visible role with direct impact on manufacturing strategy and growth• Opportunity to influence manufacturing processes from development through production• Collaborative and entrepreneurial engineering culture• Competitive compensation package with bonus potential• Relocation assistance and sign-on support available for qualified candidatesThis search is being conducted on a confidential basis. Qualified candidates will receive additional company and program details during the interview process.