Manufacturing Engineer

Drive end-to-end CNC process planning, quoting, and continuous improvement for aerospace manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Develop complete manufacturing process plans for new and repeat parts.
• Create accurate quotes by rolling up cycle time, tooling, fixturing, materials, outside services, and labor.
• Review repeat-order programs to identify economic feasibility and improvement opportunities.
• Quote processes that include outside services such as chromate, anodize, NDT, primer, paint, heat treatment, and other aerospace finishing requirements.
• Quote electro-mechanical assembly steps including insert installation, bearing installs, keenserts, and other hardware integration.
• Lead Design for Manufacturability (DFM) discussions with customers to reduce cost, improve quality, and support design intent.
• Own and operate the CNC program management system aligned with QMS SOPs.
• Program and optimize complex CNC equipment including live-tooling sub-spindle lathes, 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis mills.
• Design efficient machining strategies using engineering fundamentals, ASMEY14.5, GD&T, and aerospace machining best practices.
• Create and maintain revision-controlled programs in designated QMS folders.
• Ensure CMMC-compliant file transfer using controlled USB drives and secure workflows.
• Produce and maintain production documentation including setup sheets, tool lists, job preparation checklists, BOMs, and routers.
• Collaborate daily with Production Leadership and Quality Assurance Leadership to support safe, efficient, predictable execution.
• Lead internal improvement projects to increase capability, reduce costs, and strengthen operational performance.
• Reprogram and re-sequence jobs to reduce cycle time and improve quality.
• Combine operations where feasible to reduce setups and handling.
• Identify opportunities to onshore outside service steps when economically beneficial.
• Lead tool crib optimization to reduce sunk costs and increase tool reusability across part families.
• Improve Kanban systems and ensure cultural adherence.
• Drive cross-functional problem solving for machining issues, quality defects, and process bottlenecks.
• Maintain strong familiarity with customer specifications, regulatory requirements, and aerospace standards.
• Lead CapEx proposals for new equipment, automation, tooling systems, and process-improvement technologies.
• Build data-driven presentations using Excel and PowerPoint; justify investments based on throughput, capability expansion, cost reduction, and quality improvement.

Requirements

• 10+ years of CNC machining and programming experience strongly preferred.
• Deep experience with 3-axis, 4-axis, 5-axis milling and live-tooling sub-spindle lathes.
• Strong understanding of machining fundamentals, GD&T, feeds/speeds, tool selection, and fixture design.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM including SolidWorks, Mastercam, Fusion, etc.
• Strong Excel skills for cost models and clear data presentation.
• Ability to interpret aerospace specifications, drawings, and regulatory requirements.
• Engineering degree recommended but not required; equivalent experience accepted.
• Excellent business communication with customers, machinists, production leadership, and quality leadership.
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight while collaborating in a high-performance team.
• Strong problem-solving ability in situations with limited information.
• Customer-facing professionalism and presentation skills.
• Attend work in person, on time, and reliably; located in Denver, CO 80223 (required) with commuting ability.
• Detail-oriented work style and ability to complete tasks accurately, completely, and timely.
• Follow all company policies, ask clarifying questions as needed, and follow all safety protocols; alert upper management to safety risks.
• Physical demands include standing, walking, pushing, pulling, reaching overhead, and bending; exert 20 to 50 pounds occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
• Visual acuity to read blueprints, computer screens, and precision measuring instruments.
• Working conditions include high noise levels, physical hazards from moving equipment, and exposure to fumes, dust/mist, and oils/cutting fluid.
• All employees on the production floor must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (8 U.S.C.1101(a)(20)), or protected individuals (8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).
• Bachelor’s (Preferred).

Technologies

• Excel, PowerPoint, SolidWorks, Mastercam, Fusion
• ASMEY14.5, GD&T
• QMS SOPs, QMS folders
• CMMC-compliant file transfer, controlled USB drives
• Kanban

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Pay

• $90,000 - $115,000 per year

Reports to: Director of Operations

Location: Denver, CO (onsite, in person)

Industry: Aerospace & Defense (ITAR-regulated)

About

• R B Machine, Inc. dba EMP Flight Components is a precision CNC machining and electro-mechanical assembly manufacturer serving Commercial and Military Aerospace, Defense, Medical Device, and Semiconductor industries.
• AS9100D compliant and ITAR registered; trusted by leading OEMs for mission-critical hardware.
• Debt-free company with stability and job security in volatile markets.
• Culture emphasizes accountability, merit-driven leadership, craftsmanship, ownership, and continuous improvement.