Manufacturing Engineer

Date: Oct 6, 2025

Location: Tallassee, AL, US

Company: GKN Aerospace Careers

Manufacturing Engineer - Aerospace Composites

📍 Tallassee, AL | 💼 Full-Time | 🛠️ Advanced Manufacturing | 🚚 Relocation Assistance Available

Position Summary

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support aerospace composite production and development programs. This role focuses on achieving zero-defect manufacturing through robust process design, advanced technologies, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Job Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement solutions for complex manufacturing challenges
  • Support production integration and resolve supplier-related issues
  • Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for non-conformances
  • Design tooling and production plans using established engineering methods
  • Contribute to product development activities including quoting, configuration changes, and first article inspections
  • Drive Lean initiatives and process improvements
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
  • Minimum 3 years of manufacturing engineering experience
  • U.S. Person status required (ITAR compliance)

 

Preferred Skills

  • Experience with aerospace composites or polymers
  • Strong problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills
  • Leadership experience or mentoring background
  • Familiarity with Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing principles

 

Relocation Support

Relocation assistance is available. Tallassee offers proximity to communities such as Auburn, Wetumpka, Opelika, and Montgomery, providing a range of residential options within commuting distance.