About this role
Description
Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for aerospace components from raw material through finished product while ensuring compliance with OEM requirements.
Support production operations by troubleshooting manufacturing issues, implementing rework/repair solutions, and creating BOMs, routings, and work instructions.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, cost reduction, manufacturing efficiency, and lean principles.
Partner with customers, program managers, vendors, and sales teams to support engineering projects, quotations, and on-time delivery objectives.
Skills
aerospace, gd&t, manufacturing, siemens nx, Process improvement, Process engineering, Manufacturing process, machining process
Top Skills Details
aerospace,gd&t,manufacturing,siemens nx
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
Manufacturing process experience, preferably within an aerospace manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of Siemens NX/CAD-CAM, GD&T, and Microsoft Office applications.
Proven problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Experience Level
Expert Level
Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Manchester, CT.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $97000.00 - $120000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Health & Wellness
Medical insurance with multiple plan options
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA) option for employees enrolled in the high-deductible health plan
Company-paid life insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage
Sickness and accident coverage
401(k) Retirement Plan
100% company match on the first 3% contributed
50% company match on the next 3% contributed
Total potential company match of 4.5% when the employee contributes 6%
Paid Time Off (PTO)
PTO accrues on an "earn-as-you-go" basis
Accrual rate: 5 hours per pay period
Approximately 120 hours (3 weeks) annually for employees with 1-4 years of service
PTO may be prorated during the first year based on start date
Bonus Opportunity
Certain salaried employees may be eligible for the company's Short-Term Incentive Program
Example offer documentation referenced a target bonus opportunity of up to 10% of annual base salary, based on company and individual performance metrics
Bonus eligibility should be confirmed for this specific role during the interview process
Additional Benefits
Flexible benefits program allowing employees to select plans that best fit individual and family needs
Opportunity to work in a highly specialized aerospace and defense manufacturing environment supporting flight-critical hardware and long-term aerospace programs
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Manchester,CT.About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
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