Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Opportunity to join a leading Aerospace company who is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in the aerospace industry. Our client is seeking an experience Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead a diverse team of engineers focused on composite manufacturing programs. In this role, you’ll guide a team of talented engineers, drive process excellence, and ensure our manufacturing systems meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and performance. You’ll be the go-to technical voice for Manufacturing Engineering both internally and with customers and suppliers.

What You'll Do

• Lead and mentor a team of Manufacturing Engineers supporting key aerospace programs.
• Represent Manufacturing Engineering in program reviews, technical discussions, and customer meetings.
• Deliver manufacturing systems that meet stakeholder needs, balancing safety, quality, cost, and delivery.
• Develop solutions to complex technical challenges and drive continuous improvement across the value stream.
• Champion a Zero Defect Manufacturing (ZDM) mindset and build a culture of process control.
• Oversee tooling and production planning from concept through launch, ensuring high process capability.
• Support new product development, quoting, configuration changes, and first article builds.
• Collaborate across departments to align engineering efforts with program and operational goals.
• Drive Lean initiatives and help shape the future of our engineering standards and training.
  

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering (Master’s or MBA preferred).
• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing, ideally in aerospace and composites.
• Proven experience as a technical lead or authority in Manufacturing Engineering.
• Strong understanding of industry standards (AS9100, ISO9001, NADCAP, etc.).
• Familiarity with systems like SIOP, MES, MRB, QMS, and production planning tools.
• U.S. Person status per ITAR/EAR regulations.
  

What Helps You Stand Out

• Experience working with OEMs like Boeing, Airbus, Lockheed Martin, or Bell.
• Background in APQP , new product launches, and cost estimation.
• Experience managing direct reports and leading cross-functional teams.
• Lean or Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher preferred).
• Extensive hands-on experience in composite manufacturing.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to lead in a matrixed environment and influence without direct authority.

Relocating? We Can Help.

This role is based in Tallassee, AL , with relocation assistance available . Nearby communities like Auburn , Wetumpka , Opelika , and Montgomery offer a variety of living options all within commuting distance.