Composites Manufacturing Engineer

Role SummaryThe Manufacturing Engineer reports directly to the Engineering Manager and serves as the critical link between Engineering and Production teams. This role is responsible for translating customer requirements into manufacturable designs, developing the tooling and processes needed to produce high-complexity composite parts, and driving continuous improvement across the shop floor. This role also supports quality engineering functions such as doing dimensional inspection using CMM machines, creating inspection plans, interpreting GD&T, and doing root cause and corrective action activities.Duties & ResponsibilitiesWork directly with customers and engineering teams to understand product requirements and translate them into practical manufacturing specificationsDesign molds, trim fixtures, and assembly tooling for high-complexity composite part productionCreate and maintain engineering drawings, work instructions, and process documentation to support shop floor executionEvaluate production readiness for new products and support the introduction of new parts into the manufacturing workflowDevelop, document, and continuously improve lamination and machining processes in collaboration with production staffIdentify and resolve recurring manufacturing issues through structured root cause analysis and corrective actionTrain and support production personnel on process requirements, drawing interpretation, and quality standardsPerform incoming customer drawing reviews and advise on appropriate tolerances and DFM best practices.Develop and refine inspection methods, fixturing, and documentation to support part acceptance and quality verificationEvaluate new technologies, materials, and methods that could improve manufacturing capability or product qualitySupport First Article Inspection processes and other quality engineering responsibilitiesPerform other duties as assignedSkills & KnowledgeSolid understanding of composite manufacturing processes, materials, and toolingProficiency in CAD/solid modeling for tooling and fixture design (SolidWorks preferred)Ability to produce clear engineering drawings with proper GD&T callouts per ASME Y14.5 or equivalentStrong working knowledge of GD&T and its practical application in a manufacturing environmentExperience writing work instructions, process documentation, and manufacturing proceduresFamiliarity with root cause analysis and corrective action processesFoundational knowledge of AS9100 and First Article Inspection; deeper expertise can be developed on the jobHands-on, solutions-oriented mindset with strong attention to detailEffective communicator with the ability to work across engineering, production, and customer-facing contextsProficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field3+ years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role, preferably in composites or aerospace3+ years of CAD/solid modeling experience (SolidWorks preferred)Strong understanding of GD&T; advanced on-the-job training availableFamiliarity with composite materials, processes, and aerospace product requirementsExposure to AS9100 environments preferred but not requiredSelf-starter with strong analytical and problem-solving skills who works well independently and within a teamEligible candidates must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawfully admitted permanent resident, or otherwise eligible U.S. person