CNC Programming & Manufacturing Engineer- SME (USA)

Connect Tech+Talent is seeking a highly experienced Subject Matter Expert (SME) in CNC Programming & Manufacturing Engineering. The role involves implementing global standardization and technical innovation while providing mentorship and support for manufacturing processes in multi-axis machining and aerospace components.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, review and execute complex multi-axis CNC programming (3-5 axis) utilizing digital manufacturing techniques
• Provide technical mentorship to manufacturing engineers, technologists, and technicians
• Ensure effective technology transition from engineering to operations
• Identify and implement engineering solutions to reduce cycle times and fabrication costs
• Design advanced work-holding to improve legacy and new processes
• Advanced knowledge of CNC programming, traditional machining processes, and aero-engine materials/alloys
• Technical Leadership: Lead the Global Communities of Practice to develop and publish Standard Operating Procedures, manufacturing guidelines and process maturity matrices across diverse machining applications
• Collaborate across global organizations to deploy best practices and drive method and equipment standardization
• Support the skill development and mentoring for CAD/CAM software and advanced machining techniques
• Strong problem solving and influencing skills to support manufacturing bottlenecks
• Ensure manufacturing processes comply with customer specifications and internal quality standards

Requirements:

• Minimum of 15+ years of progressive experience in engineering-level projects with complex manufacturing challenges (aerospace industry), including manufacturing engineering or advanced manufacturing within regulated industries (aerospace preferred)
• Demonstrated experience with manufacturing, automation, DFM, optimization and implementation in a production environment
• Experience supporting multi-site or global manufacturing operations
• Expected travel 50% or more
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Materials Engineering or applicable industrial engineering experience (or related discipline) preferred