Manufacturing Engineer - Aerospace Development Program

Job Description Manufacturing Engineer – Aerospace Development ProgramWe are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to support an advanced aerospace development program focused on engine/nacelle hardware integration through prototype and first article build phases. This role will play a key part in transitioning designs from development into production-ready hardware while supporting manufacturing execution, build planning, and cross-functional integration activities.The ideal candidate brings strong aerospace manufacturing experience, hands-on build support expertise, and the ability to work closely with engineering, suppliers, and operations teams in a fast-paced development environment.ResponsibilitiesSupport manufacturing engineering activities across prototype, development, and first article build phasesDrive Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles to improve producibility, quality, and assembly efficiencyDevelop and maintain manufacturing documentation including BOMs, routings, work instructions, tooling requirements, and manufacturing plansEnsure alignment between engineering design and manufacturing execution through configuration management and change controlPartner with engineering, supply chain, quality, and supplier teams to resolve manufacturing and integration issuesSupport tooling readiness, production planning, and manufacturing process validation activitiesProvide hands-on build support during hardware integration and first article assembly activitiesTroubleshoot manufacturing and assembly issues in real time and drive corrective actionsSupport supplier manufacturing coordination and build readiness reviewsContribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost, quality, and manufacturing efficiencyQualifications8+ years of Manufacturing Engineering experience within aerospace, aviation, or complex mechanical systems environmentsStrong knowledge of DFM, manufacturing processes, production readiness, and aerospace assembly practicesExperience supporting prototype, NPI, development, or first article build programsExperience creating and managing BOMs, routings, work instructions, and manufacturing documentationAbility to work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, quality, and suppliersStrong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skillsComfortable working in fast-paced development and build environmentsAbility to travel up to 30% domestically and internationallyPreferred QualificationsExperience with CATIA, Teamcenter, SAP, Solumina, or Siemens NXAerospace structures, nacelle, propulsion integration, or complex assembly experienceExperience with metallic fabrication, composites, tooling, or assembly integrationPrior experience supporting aircraft development, flight hardware, or advanced aerospace programsEducationBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related fieldCompany DescriptionZobility (RGBSI), is dedicated to providing the highest quality of services to our clients and employees. We are proud to be the primary partner to top companies in the automotive, aerospace & defense, IT, media & entertainment, sports, energy, and finance industries. As a result of our clients' continued growth, we are looking for energetic, personable professionals to partner with these leading US companiesCompany DescriptionZobility (RGBSI), is dedicated to providing the highest quality of services to our clients and employees. We are proud to be the primary partner to top companies in the automotive, aerospace & defense, IT, media & entertainment, sports, energy, and finance industries. As a result of our clients' continued growth, we are looking for energetic, personable professionals to partner with these leading US companies