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Beehive Industries Beehive Industries is dedicated to
Powering American Defense
by revolutionizing the design, development, and delivery of jet propulsion systems to support the warfighter. Through the integration of additive manufacturing, the company aims to meet the growing and urgent needs for unmanned aerial defense by dramatically improving a jet engine’s speed to market, fuel efficiency, and cost. Founded in 2020, the company is headquartered in Englewood, Colorado, with additional facilities in Knoxville, Tennessee, Loveland Ohio, and Mount Vernon, Ohio. Beehive is committed to grow and advance the defense industrial base while manufacturing exclusively in the USA. This role will be located at our Loveland, Ohio facility. Role Overview We are seeking a
Manufacturing Engineer
to drive process excellence and operational execution in investment casting. This role will focus on scaling production capability, implementing advanced manufacturing methods, and ensuring high-quality, repeatable output across aerospace and defense casting programs. The ideal candidate combines strong technical knowledge of investment casting with industry experience. What You'll Do Process Ownership & Leadership
Responsible for day-to-day production problem solving, root cause analysis, and yield improvement Help continuously improve processes including wax injection, ceramic shell, core handling, pouring, solidification, knockout, heat treat, machining, and inspection
Production Excellence & Scale-Up
Drive throughput, yield, and OEE improvements to meet delivery and cost targets Develop standard work, process documentation, and manufacturing best practices across operations Assist scaling of production lines, tooling transitions, and introduction of new equipment Partner with design and simulation teams to optimize gating, riser, and mold design for manufacturability
Innovation & Continuous Improvement
Introduce advanced automation, additive-enabled casting workflows, and digital foundry technologies Implement Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Industry 4.0 practices to reduce waste and improve efficiency Collaborate with cross-functional teams on new product introduction (NPI) and rapid prototyping initiatives
Quality & Compliance
Ensure compliance with AS9100, Nadcap, and customer-specific quality requirements Assist with process audits, capability studies, and PPAP/FAI deliverables Partner with quality engineering to reduce scrap, rework, and defect rates
You have Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Materials, Manufacturing, or Metallurgical Engineering (advanced degree preferred) 4+ years of experience in investment casting or high-precision foundry operations Demonstrated success in scaling complex processes for aerospace or defense components Strong expertise in process simulation, casting metallurgy, and defect analysis Experience implementing Lean, Six Sigma, and digital manufacturing methods Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. Citizenship is required, as only U.S. Citizens are eligible for a security clearance Nice to have Hands-on knowledge of additive-enabled mold/core technologies Experience with automation in shell building, pouring, or post-processing Familiarity with vacuum furnaces, DS/SX casting, and advanced superalloy processing Financial acumen to connect cost drivers with manufacturing strategies If this sounds like you, please submit an application with your resume. Beehive Industries offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes group Medical, Dental, Life, and Short and Long-Term disability coverage from day one. A 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company match is also provided. All roles at Beehive Industries are bonus eligible and may include equity in the company. Beehive Industries is committed to full compliance with applicable anti-discrimination laws. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We strive to create an inclusive work environment and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Seniorirty level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Beehive Industries by 2x Get notified about new Manufacturing Engineer jobs in Loveland, OH. Manufacturing Engineer - (Aviation/Manufacturing) Cincinnati, OH $81,000.00-$137,000.00 1 day ago Aero Engineer for Industrial Machinery R&D Mason, OH $100,000.00-$120,000.00 2 days ago Quality Engineer (Aerospace & Defense - AS9100 Lead Auditor) Cincinnati, OH $100,000.00-$145,000.00 5 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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Manufacturing Engineer, Contractor
role at
Beehive Industries Beehive Industries is dedicated to
Powering American Defense
by revolutionizing the design, development, and delivery of jet propulsion systems to support the warfighter. Through the integration of additive manufacturing, the company aims to meet the growing and urgent needs for unmanned aerial defense by dramatically improving a jet engine’s speed to market, fuel efficiency, and cost. Founded in 2020, the company is headquartered in Englewood, Colorado, with additional facilities in Knoxville, Tennessee, Loveland Ohio, and Mount Vernon, Ohio. Beehive is committed to grow and advance the defense industrial base while manufacturing exclusively in the USA. This role will be located at our Loveland, Ohio facility. Role Overview We are seeking a
Manufacturing Engineer
to drive process excellence and operational execution in investment casting. This role will focus on scaling production capability, implementing advanced manufacturing methods, and ensuring high-quality, repeatable output across aerospace and defense casting programs. The ideal candidate combines strong technical knowledge of investment casting with industry experience. What You'll Do Process Ownership & Leadership
Responsible for day-to-day production problem solving, root cause analysis, and yield improvement Help continuously improve processes including wax injection, ceramic shell, core handling, pouring, solidification, knockout, heat treat, machining, and inspection
Production Excellence & Scale-Up
Drive throughput, yield, and OEE improvements to meet delivery and cost targets Develop standard work, process documentation, and manufacturing best practices across operations Assist scaling of production lines, tooling transitions, and introduction of new equipment Partner with design and simulation teams to optimize gating, riser, and mold design for manufacturability
Innovation & Continuous Improvement
Introduce advanced automation, additive-enabled casting workflows, and digital foundry technologies Implement Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Industry 4.0 practices to reduce waste and improve efficiency Collaborate with cross-functional teams on new product introduction (NPI) and rapid prototyping initiatives
Quality & Compliance
Ensure compliance with AS9100, Nadcap, and customer-specific quality requirements Assist with process audits, capability studies, and PPAP/FAI deliverables Partner with quality engineering to reduce scrap, rework, and defect rates
You have Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Materials, Manufacturing, or Metallurgical Engineering (advanced degree preferred) 4+ years of experience in investment casting or high-precision foundry operations Demonstrated success in scaling complex processes for aerospace or defense components Strong expertise in process simulation, casting metallurgy, and defect analysis Experience implementing Lean, Six Sigma, and digital manufacturing methods Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. Citizenship is required, as only U.S. Citizens are eligible for a security clearance Nice to have Hands-on knowledge of additive-enabled mold/core technologies Experience with automation in shell building, pouring, or post-processing Familiarity with vacuum furnaces, DS/SX casting, and advanced superalloy processing Financial acumen to connect cost drivers with manufacturing strategies If this sounds like you, please submit an application with your resume. Beehive Industries offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes group Medical, Dental, Life, and Short and Long-Term disability coverage from day one. A 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company match is also provided. All roles at Beehive Industries are bonus eligible and may include equity in the company. Beehive Industries is committed to full compliance with applicable anti-discrimination laws. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We strive to create an inclusive work environment and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Seniorirty level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Beehive Industries by 2x Get notified about new Manufacturing Engineer jobs in Loveland, OH. Manufacturing Engineer - (Aviation/Manufacturing) Cincinnati, OH $81,000.00-$137,000.00 1 day ago Aero Engineer for Industrial Machinery R&D Mason, OH $100,000.00-$120,000.00 2 days ago Quality Engineer (Aerospace & Defense - AS9100 Lead Auditor) Cincinnati, OH $100,000.00-$145,000.00 5 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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