Manufacturing Engineer Job at Warriors Solutions Group in Hebron
Warriors Solutions Group, Hebron, KY, United States, 41048
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Overview
The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing and executing advanced manufacturing processes to support complex and urgent production programs. This role plays a critical part in driving New Product Introduction (NPI), rapid prototyping, and end-to-end program execution. Working cross-functionally with engineering, operations, quality, and supply chain teams, the engineer ensures manufacturability, efficiency, and quality across a wide range of high-complexity assemblies. The ideal candidate thrives under pressure, excels in fast-paced environments, and is committed to continuous improvement in cost, delivery, and performance.
Primary Responsibilities
- Develop and implement manufacturing processes for complex assemblies and urgent production programs.
- Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) efforts, including rapid prototyping and operations support.
- Support cross-functional planning to meet customer deadlines.
- Drive manufacturability reviews and process optimization for advanced forming, welding, machining, and other manufacturing applications.
- Program and validate CNC processes to support one-off and short-run production.
- Design, select, or implement tooling solutions that reduce process variability and accelerate lead times.
- Develop and maintain PFMEAs, FAI’s, and control plans to ensure robust process control and risk mitigation.
- Support quoting efforts by defining the manufacturing approach and establishing accurate time standards.
- Act as the technical liaison between operations and suppliers for special processes and subassemblies.
- Provide feedback and engineering support during design reviews and supplier sourcing decisions.
- Support capital justification, selection, and implementation of new equipment or processes as needed to expand capabilities. (Technology Roadmap)
Scope of Work
- High-complexity fabrications, including multi-part assemblies and components requiring advanced forming, welding, machining, and special processes.
- End-to-end program ownership—from design support and supply chain coordination to production and quality assurance.
- Ability to manage large, technically complex projects under pressure and deliver results within condensed lead times.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum 3-5 years of hands-on experience in aerospace or precision sheet metal fabrication required.
- Experience in custom and complex sheet metal fabrication is strongly preferred.
- Advanced understanding of manufacturing processes, CNC programming, and fabrication equipment.
- Proficient in SolidWorks (or equivalent CAD); capable of producing production-ready models and drawings.
- Familiarity with aerospace quality standards such as AS9100 and AS13100.
- Demonstrated understanding of design for manufacturability and modern technologies.
- Experience with automation, advanced manufacturing techniques, and emerging technologies preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) required.
Core Values
- Safety – Strives to create and maintain a safe working environment free from hazardous conditions.
- Teamwork and Respect - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others\' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Puts others at ease and maintains professional interactions.
- Pride/Quality - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Reviews work product to ensure accuracy and thoroughness; Focuses on meeting objectives, delivering on-time, cost and quality with performance standards in mind; Acts with integrity and ethically.
- Continuous Improvement, Innovation, Automation, and Training - Proactively seeks opportunities to make positive changes in processes or systems to improve productivity.
- Profitability and Growth - Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
- Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving
- Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
- Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
- Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
- Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals
- Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan
- Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results
- Quality - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality. Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly. Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
Seniority level
- Associate
Employment type
- Full-time
Job function
- Engineering and Manufacturing
Industries
- Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, and Fabricated Metal Products