Job description:
The Sr Transformation Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing machining processes across multiple facilities supporting aerospace and defense programs. This role ensures consistent production standards, process efficiency, quality compliance, and continuous improvement across all assigned sites.
Key Responsibilities
Process Development & Optimization
Develop and improve CNC machining processes (milling, turning, grinding)
Create and maintain work instructions, routers, and process documentation
Drive cycle time reduction, cost savings, and yield improvement initiatives
Support new product introduction (NPI) and process validation
Implementing Automation and Robotics
Multi-Site Support
Provide engineering support across multiple manufacturing locations
Standardize processes, tooling, and best practices across sites
Travel between facilities as needed to support production and projects
Collaborate with site leadership to resolve technical and operational issues
Aerospace & Defense Compliance
Ensure compliance with industry standards such as AS9100, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements
Support audits, including customer and regulatory audits
Maintain documentation for traceability and configuration control
Continuous Improvement
Lead or support Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma initiatives
Analyze production data to identify inefficiencies and implement corrective actions
Reduce scrap, rework, and downtime
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Quality, Production, Supply Chain, and Program Management teams
Support root cause analysis and corrective actions (RCCA)
Interface with customers and suppliers as needed
Capex justification, selection, & Install
Qualifications
Required:
Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related)
3 7+ years of experience in machining/manufacturing environments
Strong knowledge of CNC machining processes and tooling
Experience with GD&T and blueprint reading
Preferred:
Experience in aerospace and defense manufacturing
Familiarity with AS9100 or similar quality systems
Lean / Six Sigma certification
Experience supporting multi-site operations
Key Skills
Process improvement and problem-solving
Data analysis and decision-making
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities across locations
Work Environment
Combination of office and shop floor environments
Frequent interaction with production teams
Travel required between manufacturing sites (estimated X X%)
Performance Metrics (KPIs)
Cycle time reduction
Scrap and rework rates
On-time delivery
Process standardization across sites
Cost savings initiatives
Benefits:
-Medical Benefits
-Dental-50% Employer Paid
-Vision-50% Employer Paid
-STD-50% Employer Paid
-LTD 50% Employer Paid
-Protec Prescription Safety Glass Plan-Employer Paid
-Company Paid EAP
-Voluntary Benefits- Life, Accident, Specified Disease, Pet Insurance, and ID & Legal Shield
-PTO
-10 1/2 Paid Holidays
-Wellness Program
-Telehealth Services
-2nd Shift Premiums
-Company Paid Life Insurance $20,000
-FSA Account
-Paid Prenatal Leave
-Paid Bereavement
-Employee Events
-Career Advancement
Veterans encouraged to apply
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