Engineering Manager

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Aerospace

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Aerospace Manufacturing Engineering Manager to coordinate and take ownership of all engineering activities related to Product Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Special Processes. This role requires a strong understanding of aerospace manufacturing and a commitment to maintaining quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contract reviews to ensure processes align with quality requirements and protect the business from risk.
• Manage drawing configurations and maintain standardized documented processes.
• Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) efforts to meet customer requirements.
• Develop and implement cost-effective manufacturing methods and systems to ensure repeatable production.
• Design robust and cost-effective tooling to meet customer requirements.
• Manage existing routing processes including process templates, resource codes, labor standards, and BOMs.
• Focus on continuous improvement of processes and equipment.
• Champion the engineering change process to ensure efficient implementation of improvements.
• Develop and audit special processes to comply with internal and external requirements.
• Manage process approvals for heat treatment, welding, and calibration of specialty equipment.
• Oversee the NADCAP audit process, including preparation, execution, and closure.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent from an accredited university.
• Five years of experience in the manufacturing industry.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Understanding of ITAR regulations and U.S. person status.
• Ability to interpret and understand safety procedures and specifications.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, or equivalent engineering field.
• Ten years of experience in the manufacturing industry.
• Experience in CNC Machining, Forming, and Special Process environments.
• Extensive knowledge of multiple aerospace OEM specifications.
• Experience implementing continuous improvement projects.
• Experience in businesses with AS9100, ISO9001, or equivalent quality certifications.

Work Environment

This position is on-site at our client's location in Fort Worth, TX. The company offers competitive benefits, including a 401K, PTO, a flexible holiday policy, and education reimbursement. The work environment involves cutting-edge technologies in CNC machining and sheet metal components, catering to the aerospace and defense industries.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Worth, TX.

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $80.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Fort Worth,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.