Special Process Engineer, CP & NCM Position Available In Capitol, Connecticut

Special Process Engineer, CP & NCM Pursuit Aerospace paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) United States, Connecticut, Manchester Jun 16, 2025

About Us:

As a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, Pursuit Aerospace is founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous, operational improvement and extraordinary customer service. We pride ourselves on competitive cost structure, exceptional on-time delivery, and industry-leading quality. The Pursuit family of companies has cultivated long-term relationships with our customers around the world through respect, teamwork, technology, and trust. We are driven to develop industry leading process innovations and manufacturing techniques on behalf of our customers. Our exceptional quality is driven by a deep investment in and the daily practice of continually improving our people, processes, and products. About the

Opportunity:

This Special Process Engineering role is the subject matter expert who is responsible for managing and monitoring of all special process activities related to Chemical Processing (CP) and Non-Conventional Machining (NCM). They are responsible for supporting Production and Quality by addressing process failures and abnormalities as well as developing/implementing process improvements for production hardware.

Location:

Manchester, CT
This position is 100% on site.

Responsibilities:

Perform and/or review daily, weekly, monthly, periodic testing such as Chemical Adjustments, Conductivity/TDS, Resistivity, Chloride Determination by Argentometric Titration, Acid Acceptance, Nitric Acid Percentage by Potentiometric Titration, Free Acid by Normality, alloy contamination by ICP, Stock Loss, Etch Rate, Hydrogen content/pick up, Stress Corrosion, pH and capability testing.
Perform annual internal audits against customer and Nadcap checklists for

Chemical Processing:

Alkaline Cleaning, Acid Cleaning, Pre-Penetrant Etch, Solution Analysis, Dry Film Lubricant/Paint, Grit Blasting and Vapor Degreasing
Perform annual internal audits against customer and Nadcap checklists for

Non-Conventional Machining:

Laser Beam Metal Removal including Cutting/Drilling and Electro Discharge Machining
Prepare for, host and close out all internal and external Customer audits of CP and NCM
Responsible for initial training/qualification and re-training of CP and NCM personnel
Manage CP/NCM projects and qualifications for different customers including NPI and purchasing of new machines to commissioning and validation, layout implementation/change
Perform in person weekly walk throughs of all CP and NCM areas to ensure processes are robust and in compliance with customer and Nadcap specifications
Responsible for reviewing latest revisions of customer and Nadcap specifications/ requirements
Work with internal team and our customers to improve CP and NCM op sheets, schedules, software control, databases, data cards, set up sheets, work instructions, routers/travelers and procedures
Review of certificates of conformance and data reports
Implement continuous improvement action plans as well as cost out plans
Supports production by addressing process failures and abnormalities
Develops and implements process improvements for production hardware.

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent
2 years relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Chemistry or equivalent
3 years relevant experience
Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing
Working knowledge of manufacturing techniques
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Working knowledge of drawings interpretation and geometric dimensioning and tolerances
Working knowledge of various machining operations, quality assurance systems, calibration and gaging
Working knowledge of audits

Physical Requirements:

Requires mobility in a manufacturing plant environment while using Personal Protective Equipment.
Must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 15 pounds.

Compensation & Benefits:

Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things. Pursuit is an Equal Opportunity Employer.