Manufacturing Process Engineer (MFE)

Location: Meriden, CT

Salary | Competitive Pay + Bonus + Day 1 Benefits & 401K Company Match

Shift(s) Available: Monday - Friday | 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Are you a Manufacturing Engineer with CNC machining expertise looking to make a direct impact on aerospace and precision manufacturing operations? Join a growing team where you'll lead manufacturing process development, optimize production efficiency, support new product introductions, and work hands-on with advanced machining technologies.

As a Manufacturing Process Engineer (MFE), you'll collaborate with Engineering, Production, Quality, and external suppliers to develop robust manufacturing processes for precision-machined components. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer with experience in CNC machining, process development, CAD/CAM programming, GD&T, and continuous improvement.

Why Join DRT Aerospace?

At DRT Aerospace, you'll be part of a team that manufactures critical aerospace components for industry-leading customers. We invest in our people, promote internal growth, and provide opportunities to make a meaningful impact on operational success.

Benefits Include:

• Competitive Pay + Bonus

• Day 1 Benefits & 401K Company Match

• Paid time off and holidays + Floating Holiday

• Career advancement opportunities

• Training and professional development

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

• Stable, growing aerospace manufacturing environment

What You'll Do

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for precision-machined components.

• Determine manufacturing methods, operation sequences, tooling, fixturing, inspection requirements, and outside processing needs.

• Create detailed manufacturing routings, operation sheets, setup instructions, and process documentation.

• Generate manufacturing cost estimates and support quoting activities.

• Provide daily engineering support to production and troubleshoot manufacturing challenges.

• Develop CNC machining strategies and NC programs using Mastercam, Siemens NX (Unigraphics), or similar CAD/CAM software.

• Utilize NX CAD to create setup sheets, operation plans, tooling concepts, and fixture designs.

• Interpret engineering drawings and apply GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) principles.

• Support first article inspections, process validation, PPAP activities, and production readiness efforts.

• Maintain routing and labor standard data within ERP/MRP systems.

• Drive cycle time reductions, process improvements, waste reduction, and productivity initiatives.

• Partner with Quality, Manufacturing, and external suppliers to ensure successful execution of manufacturing processes.

• Support development projects from concept through production launch.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Process Engineer who enjoys solving complex manufacturing challenges and working directly with production teams to improve quality, efficiency, and throughput.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field; OR

• Equivalent combination of education and 5-10 years of Manufacturing Engineering experience.

• Experience developing manufacturing processes for precision-machined components.

• Strong understanding of CNC machining, tooling, fixturing, and process optimization.

• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications.

• Proficiency with GD&T.

• Experience with Mastercam, Siemens NX (Unigraphics), NX CAD, or similar CAD/CAM systems.

• Experience creating routings, operation sheets, setup documentation, and manufacturing work instructions.

• Strong problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset.

• Excellent communication and project management skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications