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Sky Limit Systems lists this Senior Manufacturing Engineer opportunity in city of wichita, Kansas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Wichita, KS | Onsite | Direct Hire | Aerospace Manufacturing
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
Sky Limit Systems is partnering with a growing aerospace manufacturer in Wichita, Kansas to hire a hands-on Senior Manufacturing Engineer. This is not a placeholder role. Our client needs an engineer who can step in and immediately contribute to new product introductions, manufacturing process development, and shop floor execution.
The ideal candidate brings deep aerospace manufacturing expertise, sharp technical problem-solving, and the ability to own complex projects from engineering release through production, working closely with engineering, quality, supply chain, and operations to meet customer quality, delivery, and cost goals.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Review customer drawings, models, specifications, and requirements to build manufacturing plans and production strategies
Lead manufacturing engineering for new product introductions (NPI), moving products efficiently from design to production
Develop and maintain routers, process plans, work instructions, and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
Create visual work instructions and manufacturing documentation
Use CATIA V5 and/or other industry-standard CAD tools to evaluate designs and develop manufacturing methods
Provide daily technical support on the shop floor and troubleshoot production challenges
Investigate and resolve non-conformances;
drive corrective actions and process improvements
Partner with customers, design engineers, quality, and suppliers to improve manufacturability
Evaluate tooling, fixturing, equipment, and processes to improve quality, productivity, and efficiency
Support quoting by reviewing technical requirements, methods, labor estimates, and materials
Analyze production metrics and engineering data to drive continuous improvement and cost reduction
Champion Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
WHAT YOU BRING
Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related discipline (required)
5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in aerospace, aviation, defense, or another highly regulated environment
Proven success supporting NPI and transitioning designs into production
Strong background developing processes, work instructions, routings, and production documentation
Experience with fabrication, machining, precision sheet metal, assembly, bonded structures, or related aerospace processes
Advanced ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, BOMs, and routers
Proficiency in CATIA V5 (other CAD systems considered)
Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, aerospace materials, and production workflows
Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel
NICE TO HAVE
AS9100 or similar quality management system experience
Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement experience
WHO THRIVES HERE
Self-directed engineers who manage multiple projects with minimal supervision
Clear communicators who work well with customers, suppliers, leadership, and the shop floor
Detail-oriented problem-solvers who make sound engineering decisions in a production environment
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Mix of office and manufacturing floor. Regular exposure to production equipment and typical shop noise levels. PPE (safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.) required. Occasional handling of tooling, fixtures, and production hardware.
Interested, or know someone who fits? Message me directly or send your resume to . Confidential conversations welcome.
Worksite address
city of wichita, KS, 67278, US
Who can apply
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