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Sky Limit Systems lists this Lead Manufacturing Engineer opportunity in granby, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
About the Role
Join a growing aerospace and defense manufacturing organization as a Lead Manufacturing Engineer, where you'll combine technical expertise, team leadership, and continuous improvement to support complex manufacturing programs. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced engineer who enjoys leading technical teams, improving manufacturing processes, and helping drive projects from development through production.
In this role, you'll lead a team of engineers supporting manufacturing operations and serve as the technical owner for assigned product lines. You'll work closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Program teams to improve processes, resolve technical challenges, support new product development, and ensure successful project execution.
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Key Responsibilities
Lead and mentor a team of Manufacturing Engineers supporting aerospace and defense production programs
Own the technical aspects of assigned product lines and provide engineering support throughout the product lifecycle
Drive manufacturing projects from development through production while managing technical priorities and deliverables
Lead the implementation of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
Promote Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles throughout product development
Support risk assessments, design and technical data package reviews, design reviews, proposals, and failure investigations
Partner with Production to prioritize engineering activities and support manufacturing needs
Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action efforts to resolve manufacturing and product issues
Drive process improvements including Lean cell conversions, Statistical Process Control (SPC), and SMED initiatives
Support customer technical discussions, problem resolution, and other customer-facing activities
Develop team capabilities through coaching, mentoring, and technical development
Foster a collaborative, team-based engineering environment focused on quality, productivity, and continuous improvement
Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
5+ years of manufacturing engineering or project experience; 10+ years preferred
Experience leading technical projects or cross-functional engineering teams
Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and continuous improvement methodologies
Experience with root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions, and structured problem-solving
Strong project management, technical writing, cost estimating, and analytical skills
Ability to communicate effectively with engineering, production, customers, and leadership
Strong leadership and mentoring skills with the ability to develop technical talent
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement methodologies
Experience with SPC, SMED, Lean cell design, or similar manufacturing improvement initiatives
Aerospace and defense manufacturing experience
Experience developing and implementing manufacturing processes for complex mechanical or energetic systems
Familiarity with ordnance devices, missile systems, launch vehicles, or other mission-critical aerospace hardware
Experience working with U.S. Department of Defense or ITAR-controlled products
Security Requirements
Must have or be able to obtain a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance
Must be eligible to work on U.S. DoD and ITAR-restricted products
Why Join?
Lead engineering teams supporting advanced aerospace and defense manufacturing programs
Drive meaningful improvements in manufacturing quality, efficiency, and production performance
Work on complex, mission-critical products and technologies
Develop and mentor engineering talent while expanding your leadership experience
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced, technically challenging environment
Build your career in an organization focused on innovation, continuous improvement, and national defense
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Worksite address
granby, MA, 01033, US
Who can apply
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