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Manufacturing Engineer - 2nd Shift

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GKN Aerospace Careers

Garden Grove, CA (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 03/04/2026 (Updated 5 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 5/27/2026

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Job Summary We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer with 3-5 years of experience to join the Sustainment Manufacturing Engineering Team (Split Shift 11am-8pm). This role focuses on developing and optimizing manufacturing processes, with a strong emphasis on lamination, metal deposition, coatings of acrylic-based applications. The ideal candidate will be eager to grow in a fast-paced aerospace environment and demonstrate foundational proficiency across core manufacturing engineering competencies.

Job Responsibilities Process Development & Optimization Support implementation of APQP
  • and AS9145
  • methodologies. Assist in developing PFMEA
  • s, control plans
  • , process flow diagrams
  • , and validation protocols. Contribute to first article inspection (FAIR
  • ) and ensure AS9102 compliance. Apply strict clean room protocols
  • and SPC
  • analysis (Cp/Cpk
  • ) to critical processes. Participate in process optimization
  • for repeatability, efficiency, and defect reduction.
Specialized Process Experience Support development and troubleshooting of: Lamination (composite or adhesive-based) Metal deposition (Vacuum Metalizing, thermal spray, plating, or additive processes) Coatings (functional, protective, or aesthetic) Acrylics (bonding, forming, or finishing) Technical & Quality Support Interpret engineering drawings
  • and contribute to tooling design
  • and CAD
  • modeling (Siemens NX preferred). Assist in creating and maintaining work instructions
  • and revision control
  • . Support MRB
  • /PRB
  • activities and nonconformance disposition
  • . Participate in internal/external audits
  • and layered process audits. Ensure compliance with AS9100
  • , ISO9001
  • , and site corrective action process
  • es. Continuous Improvement & Collaboration Contribute to Lean projects
  • and capital/tooling implementation. Apply root cause analysis tools (DMAIC, 8D
  • , Fishbone
  • , 5-Whys
  • ) to resolve issues. Collaborate cross-functionally
  • to align stakeholders
  • and support project execution. Present technical findings
  • and support project tracking
  • /reporting. Job Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical Engineering, or related field. 3-5 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering, preferably in aerospace or regulated environments. Exposure to lamination, metal deposition, coatings, or acrylic-based manufacturing processes. Familiarity with APQP
  • , AS9145
  • , PFMEA
  • , SPC
  • , and FAIR
  • documentation.
Working knowledge of
ISO9000, AS9100
  • , or D1-9000 quality systems.
Fluent in English (written and spoken). Must be a U.S. Person per ITAR regulations. Willingness to travel domestically and occasionally internationally (

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