Manager, Manufacturing Engineering — Aerospace Tooling & Test Systems

Manager, Manufacturing Engineering — Aerospace Tooling & Test Systems HABCO Aerospace & Defense Glastonbury, CT Job Details 1 day ago Qualifications Customer communication 3D CAD modeling Computer literacy GD&T Supervising experience Bachelor's degree Team management Pneumatic systems Manufacturing engineering Sheet metal Drafting Manufacturing company experience Full Job Description Lead the teams that build what keeps aircraft flying At Habco Industries, we engineer and produce the tooling, ground support, and test equipment that the Aerospace industry depends on—across fixed- and rotary-wing platforms, for commercial and military customers. For over 50 years, we've operated as a Lean, quality-obsessed organization with a relentless focus on customer success. As our Manufacturing Engineering Manager, you'll guide a high-caliber group of engineers in a high-mix, low-volume environment. Your day starts with a quick stand-up to align resources and schedules, moves into a design review where you challenge a make/buy decision, and shifts to hands-on support on the floor to validate a new process for hydraulic and pneumatic assemblies. In between, you coach, clear roadblocks, connect with suppliers, and ensure our documentation and change processes are rock-solid. What you'll do Direct, coach, and develop manufacturing engineers; own project scheduling, resource planning, hiring, reviews, and performance management. Serve as the primary technical point for new process development and product extensions—covering process design, machine tool programming, make/buy analysis, and project follow-through. Oversee departmental efforts to design new products, refine existing designs, improve production techniques, and create test equipment with associated procedures. Establish, maintain, and improve engineering processes and procedures; drive creation and administration of MOM and BOM, and safeguard the Engineering Change (ECR) process. Institute a steady cadence of department, cross-functional, project, and postmortem meetings. Provide hands-on technical leadership and mentorship; set standards and cultivate process ownership across the team. Engage with customers on product and performance topics; represent engineering with clarity and confidence. Collaborate directly with suppliers and manufacturers to resolve issues in manufacturing, testing, and production. Champion a safe workplace and ensure compliance with all safety policies and procedures. Pitch in on additional duties as business needs evolve. What you'll bring B.S. in Mechanical Engineering; 7-10 years of progressive aerospace manufacturing engineering experience. At least 3 years leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams. Fluency in Manufacturing and Electrical Engineering principles, standards, and methods.

Knowledge of drafting standards:

Y14.5M-1994, Y14.38M, Y14.100M

; familiarity with relevant ASTM standards. Understanding of process control and measurement instrumentation (pressure, temperature, level, flow, force, torque).

SolidWorks expert:

build solid models and sheet metal flat patterns from customer 2D packages; 3D simulation experience is a plus. Ability to generate hydraulic and pneumatic schematics in AutoCAD 2D. Working knowledge of GD&T. High proficiency with Office 365; ERP experience (Epicor/Kinetic a plus). Clear, persuasive communication skills; proven leader of cohesive teams. Meticulous organization; adept at juggling multiple priorities. Exposure to AS9100, Lean, and continuous improvement is advantageous. Core competencies

GD&T OEM

(Original Equipment Manufacturing) Leadership / People Management Bachelor's Degree Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering Continuous Improvement CAD Software Supervisory Experience Process Engineering Design for Manufacturability (DFM) Design for Assembly (DFA) Mechanical Design & Engineering Lean Manufacturing Principles Coaching and Mentoring Experience Engineering Degree CAD/CAM Software Experience in a Manufacturing Environment AS9100 Experience Blueprint Reading Basic Computer Skills Tools & technologies 2D Drawings (SolidWorks) ERP Software Eligibility & compliance This position requires the use of information that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All accepted applications must be U.S. Persons as defined by ITAR (U.S. citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, Political Asylee, or Refugee).

• Habco is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
• All candidates must be U.S. citizens or currently have a Green Card to be eligible to work in our ITAR environment.
• Grow with us Join a team anticipating growth and transforming how we design and build aerospace tooling and test systems.

Your leadership will shape our processes, our people, and our impact on the industry.