Process Engineer

Process Engineer – Aerospace Manufacturing (Special Processes)

About the Role

We are seeking a hands-on and detail-oriented Process Engineer to support and optimize special manufacturing processes within a high-spec aerospace environment. This role will focus on improving process efficiency, ensuring compliance, and supporting production across thermal spray, chemical processing, and coating operations.

This is a great opportunity for an engineer who thrives on the floor, enjoys solving real-time problems, and wants to make a direct impact on quality, throughput, and performance.

Key Responsibilities

Process Development & Optimization

• Develop, document, and improve manufacturing processes for:
  • Thermal spray applications
  • Chemical processing (plating, anodizing, passivation)
  • Coating/coding processes
• Analyze process performance and implement improvements to increase yield and reduce variation
• Establish and maintain process parameters, control plans, and work instructions

Production Support

• Provide day-to-day engineering support to manufacturing teams
• Troubleshoot process issues and implement corrective actions quickly
• Partner with operators, supervisors, and quality teams to maintain production flow

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure processes meet requirements for:
  • Nadcap
  • ISO 9001
  • AS9100
• Support internal and external audits, including Nadcap audits
• Assist with root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)

Continuous Improvement

• Lead or support Lean and Six Sigma initiatives
• Identify opportunities to reduce scrap, rework, and cycle time
• Use data analysis tools to drive process improvements

New Product Introduction (NPI)

• Support process development for new parts and programs
• Conduct feasibility studies and process validations
• Assist with First Article Inspections (FAI) and production readiness

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate process documentation and engineering records
• Track KPIs and report on process performance
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications and internal standards

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Manufacturing, or related field)
• 5+ years of experience in process engineering within aerospace or regulated manufacturing
• Experience with special processes (thermal spray, chemical processing, coatings)
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Experience working in a production environment

Preferred

• Familiarity with Nadcap requirements and audits
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience
• Knowledge of GD&T and blueprint reading
• Experience with process validation and control methodologies
• Familiarity with ERP/MES systems

Key Skills

• Hands-on problem solving
• Process improvement mindset
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills
• Effective communication across teams
• Ability to work in fast-paced manufacturing 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