Manufacturing Engineer
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Salary$85k – $130k
LocationSimsbury, CT
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
DepartmentManufacturing Engineering
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedOct 14, 2026 · 3w ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
BS/MS in an engineering discipline (preferably mechanical or manufacturing engineering)
Manufacturing or related engineering experience in multi-part mechanisms and mechanical assemblies
Knowledge of space vehicle mechanisms and systems
CAD, 3-D modeling, assembly creation, drawings and GD&T
Design of tooling and fixtures
Design for Manufacturing methods and techniques
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with demonstrated ability to lead programs/projects
Formal problem analysis and resolution
Project management skills with ability to document, plan, and execute programs
Working with aerospace products and processes
Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing practices
Enterprise/Manufacturing Resource Planning (ERP/MRP) systems
MS Office – Excel, Word and PowerPoint; familiar with MS Project
Skills
CAD
3-D modeling
ERP
MRP
MS Office
Excel
Word
PowerPoint
MS Project
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Retirement benefits
Paid time off
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance
Wellness resources
Incentive compensation
About the company
At Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD), we believe that our strengths are built on our most important resource - our people. Join EBAD and you’ll be a part of a team who creates cutting edge technology that will blast us into the future. No other company can match the innovative energetic solutions that we provide. At EBAD you will actively contribute to successful missions putting men, women and satellites into space, and protecting our armed service men and women around the world. If this is the culture and work environment you are seeking, then EBAD is the place for you!
Job Description
Responsibilities:
This position supports and reports directly to the Manufacturing Engineering Lead. The Manufacturing Engineer (ME) is the technical lead on internal and external projects and is responsible for all technical and schedule aspects of the project/product throughout the production life cycle. Primary duties include:
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Development and maintenance of manufacturing documentation (including manufacturing instructions, routings, process specifications and tooling) as well as product testing requirements and methods.
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Providing continuity during transitions from proposals to production by acting as the main technical liaison between the customer and EBAD.
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Solving manufacturing problems, investigating process failures and implementing corrective actions
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Coordination with other departments to ensure the production viability of new designs, creation of the required documentation, and internal and customer approval of documentation.
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Interface with production personnel including operators, quality inspectors, and shop floor supervisors.
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Implementation of Lean methodologies including standard work, point of use tooling, material presentation and process improvements.
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Development of automated test fixtures and assembly tools
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Development of layouts of manufacturing cell design including tooling, machinery and equipment.
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Creation of Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (PFMEA)
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Technical compliance and risk assessment
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Creating standard work and contributing to manufacturing cell planning
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Tracking status and ensuring completion of operations milestones and tasks for production programs
Requirements
Requirements:
The successful candidate must have a BS/MS in an engineering discipline, preferably mechanical engineering or manufacturing engineering and manufacturing or related engineering experience in multi-part mechanisms and mechanical assemblies. Additionally, it is desired that the candidate has experience in the following areas:
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Knowledge of space vehicle mechanisms and systems
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CAD, 3-D modeling, assembly creation, drawings and GD&T.
•
Design of tooling and fixtures
•
Design for Manufacturing methods and techniques
•
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects.
•
Formal problem analysis and resolution
•
Project management skills with the ability to document, plan, and execute programs
•
Working with aerospace products and processes.
•
Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing practices
•
Enterprise/Manufacturing Resource Planning (ERP/MRP) systems.
•
MS Office– Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Familiar with and able to work in MS Project.
The anticipated wage range for this position is$85,000-$130,000 per year**.** The salary range represents the range EBAD has established in good faith for this position and may vary based on qualifications, experience, education, skills, internal equity, and business needs.
Benefits
EBAD offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; retirement benefits; paid time off and holidays; life and disability insurance; employee assistance and wellness resources; and incentive compensation eligibility, subject to applicable plan terms and conditions. Benefit eligibility may vary based on position, work location, employment status, and applicable plan provisions.
Legal
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.