Manufacturing Process Engineer

PCX Aerostructures, LLC
United States, Connecticut, Manchester
Apr 25, 2026
Title Manufacturing Process Engineer About the Organization Applied Aerospace & Defense (Applied) is a premier provider of advanced design, engineering, and vertically integrated manufacturing solutions for leading and next-generation space and defense technology companies. Applied builds complex hardware for extreme operating environments and is focused on three core markets: Space and Launch Systems, Defense Aviation and Airborne Systems, and C5ISR and Precision Strike Systems. With decades of space and defense manufacturing heritage, Applied combines deep material science and IP-enabled process expertise with the ability to enable rapid prototyping, enhance new product development, and responsively scale production. Across its nationwide infrastructure of advanced manufacturing facilities, Applied continuously supports a balanced mix of next-generation technology and platform development, large scale production programs, and aftermarket sustainment for enduring platforms. EOE Statement Applied Aerospace and Defense is an equal opportunity employer. Description Purpose: The Manufacturing Process Engineer supports the manufacturing of complex aerospace flight safety components with a concentration on gears (spiral bevels, spurs and helical). This position will develop and process precision gears and other related aerospace components throughout the manufacturing process using various aerospace customer specifications and controlling body compliance requirements. Responsibilities: Engineering and manufacturing processing of precision gears and other flight safety components utilizing internal production resources (turning, milling, gear tooth cutting and grinding, heat treating and finish machining) and external vendor processes of NDT, coating and surface preparation, to customer specifications. Assure component quality compliance to AS9100D, AS9110C, ISO 9001:2015, NADCAP, and specific customer quality requirements. Work within Applied's ERP system to process parts for manufacturing. Create standard work processes for plant engineering and production personnel, as well as outside vendors. Develop repair procedures for complex flight safety dynamic components. Lead engineering projects with a focus on maintaining customer satisfaction objectives in quality and on time delivery performance. Liaison between customers and Applied Aerospace & Defense Program Managers in customer requirements into manufacturing processes. Support the Sales team in during the customer quotation process with in-house capability information and process cycle time estimates. Maintain Applied Aerospace & Defense lean principles and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Qualifications: US Citizen Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering preferred. Must possess Aerospace manufacturing processing job experience Must possess experience with CAD/CAM: Siemens NX and MasterCam Familiar with ERP systems (Epicor preferred) Strong communication skills, including written, verbal, presentation and interpersonal skills Strong innovative and problem-solving skills Project management experience Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point) Position Requirements Education & Experience Required: AS/BS in Engineering Science or related field 3-5 years' experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment, required Prior experience to range from engineering to expediting on shop floor utilizing detailed team input for instruction/directions. Shift Days Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Location Applied Aerospace & Defense, Manchester Category Engineering Req Number ENG-26-00003 Position Manufacturing Process Engineer Close Date Post Internal Days 0 Number of Openings 2 Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt Hiring Manager(s) This position is currently accepting applications. Apply Now