• Manufacturing Engineer

    GKN Aerospace (Tallassee, AL)


    Manufacturing Engineer - Aerospace Composites

     

    As a Manufacturing Engineer, you’ll support both production and development programs, ensuring zero-defect manufacturing execution through robust process design and continuous improvement. This role focuses on implementing advanced manufacturing technologies across materials, tooling, fabrication, and assembly.

    Job Responsibilities

    + What You’ll Do Develop and implement technical solutions for complex manufacturing challenges.

    + Provide manufacturing engineer support for production integration and supplier-related issues.

    + Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions to resolve non-conformances.

    + Design tooling and production plans using standard manufacturing engineering methodologies.

    + Support product development activities for manufacturing, which include quoting, tooling design, configuration changes, and first article inspections.

    + Deliver measurable results aligned with manufacturing program and value stream objectives.

    + Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners.

    + Champion Lean initiatives and drive continuous improvement through various manufacturing processes.

    + Perform other duties as assigned.

    + Job Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.

    + 3 (three) years of experience in manufacturing engineering.

    + Experience with composite materials or equivalent engineered materials (e.g., fiber-reinforced polymers, laminates, or hybrid structures) in a manufacturing or product development environment.

    + U.S. Person status per ITAR requirements.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    + Strong continuous improvement mindset and results-driven approach.

    + Ability to work independently across diverse manufacturing environments.

    + Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

    + Experience mentoring or coaching team members.

    + Demonstrated leadership, initiative, and sound judgment.

    + Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing experience is a plus.

     

    Relocating? We can help.

     

    This position is based in Tallassee, AL, with relocation assistance available. Nearby communities such as Auburn, Wetumpka, Opelika, and Montgomery offer a range of residential options within commuting distance.