Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager - Aerospace Manufacturing (Special Processes)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and driven Engineering Manager to lead our engineering team within a highly regulated aerospace manufacturing environment. This role will oversee engineering activities related to special processes including thermal spray, chemical processing, and advanced coatings.

The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise, leadership, and operational excellence to drive process improvements, ensure compliance, and support business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of manufacturing, process, and quality engineers

Set clear goals, performance expectations, and development plans

Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration Engineering & Operations

Oversee engineering support for production operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery

Drive process optimization initiatives across:

Thermal spray

Chemical processing (plating, anodizing, passivation)

Coating technologies

Collaborate with production, quality, and supply chain teams to resolve technical challenges Compliance & Standards

Ensure engineering processes align with:

Nadcap

ISO 9001

AS9100

Support and lead customer, regulatory, and third-party audits

Ensure proper documentation, process validation, and certification compliance Continuous Improvement & Strategy

Lead Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives

Implement data-driven improvements to reduce scrap, rework, and cycle times

Drive CAPEX projects, including new equipment, automation, and process upgrades

Align engineering strategy with overall business goals New Product Introduction (NPI)

Support quoting, feasibility, and process development for new programs

Ensure smooth transition from development to production

Review and approve engineering documentation, work instructions, and process flows Customer & Supplier Interaction

Serve as a technical point of contact for customers

Support customer audits and technical reviews

Oversee supplier technical performance and qualifications Qualifications

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Chemical, or related field)

10+ years of engineering experience in aerospace or regulated manufacturing

3+ years of leadership or management experience

Strong background in special processes (thermal spray, chemical processing, coatings)

Experience with aerospace quality systems and audits Preferred

Experience with Nadcap accreditation and audits

Six Sigma (Green Belt/Black Belt) or Lean certification

Strong knowledge of process validation and control plans

Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems Key Skills

Leadership and team development

Strategic thinking and execution

Strong problem-solving and decision-making

Excellent communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-compliance environment

Ability to work in fast-paced, high-compliance environments Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary (based on experience)

Performance-based bonuses

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays