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Bascom Hunter is building advanced aerospace and defense hardware. We’re looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to develop, scale, and optimize manufacturing processes from prototype through full-rate production. This role bridges design, production, and supply chain to ensure products are built efficiently, sourced effectively, and delivered to the highest quality standards.\nWhat You’ll Do\nDevelop and optimize manufacturing processes: Define build sequences, tooling, fixturing, and work instructions for precision mechanical and electromechanical assemblies.\nSupport new product introduction (NPI): Translate engineering designs into production-ready processes, including process validation, trial builds, and production ramp-up.\nDrive design for manufacturability (DFM/DFA): Partner with design engineering to improve producibility, reduce cost, and ensure robust tolerancing and inspection methods.\nCreate and maintain manufacturing documentation: Develop routers, work instructions, inspection plans, and acceptance criteria aligned with engineering and quality requirements.\nValidate production readiness: Plan and execute First Article Inspections (FAI), process qualifications, and capability assessments to ensure stable, repeatable output.\nImprove production performance: Analyze yield, throughput, and cycle times; implement continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing principles.\nSupport equipment and tooling selection: Define requirements, support capital justification, and assist with installation and commissioning.\nResolve production issues: Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for nonconformances, yield loss, and process variability.\nCollaborate cross-functionally: Work closely with Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations to align on production goals, schedules, and compliance requirements.\nSupport sourcing and supplier readiness: Partner with Supply Chain to develop RFQs, define technical requirements, evaluate supplier capabilities, and ensure suppliers can meet manufacturing and quality expectations.\nContribute to cost and lead-time optimization: Provide should-cost input, process insight, and alternate manufacturing approaches to support competitive sourcing decisions.\nAssist with supplier production readiness: Support supplier process reviews, first builds, and issue resolution to ensure smooth transition from prototype to production.\nEnsure compliance: Adhere to AS9100D, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements, including special processes and inspection standards.\nWhat You’ll Bring\nRequired\nBachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or similar (or equivalent experience)\n2-5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering or production environments for mechanical/electromechanical products\nStrong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and specifications\nExperience developing manufacturing processes, work instructions, and production documentation\nFamiliarity with process validation, First Article Inspection (FAI), and production readiness\nWorking knowledge of supplier manufacturing processes and sourcing workflows (RFQs, technical evaluation, cost drivers)\nProficiency with ERP/MRP systems and data analysis tools (Excel or similar)\nStrong problem-solving skills with hands-on production support experience\nPreferred\nAerospace/defense background or experience in highly regulated industries (AS9100, special processes)\nExperience collaborating with supply chain on supplier selection, development, or cost reduction initiatives\nKnowledge of CNC machining, assembly processes, and precision manufacturing\nFamiliarity with should-cost modeling or total-cost analysis\nKnowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies\nFamiliarity with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and PLM/PDM systems\nExposure to thermal management systems, rotating machinery (fans/pumps), or ECS components\nTools You’ll Use\nERP/MRP (Deltek Costpoint or similar), PLM/PDM systems, CAD viewers (e.g., SolidWorks), SPC and measurement tools, MS Office/Teams/SharePoint\nWhy Bascom Hunter\nHigh-impact role bridging engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain\nDirect involvement in NPI, supplier readiness, and production scaling\nGrowth path in manufacturing leadership and technical operations\nCompetitive compensation and benefits; hybrid work flexibility\nMeaningful mission supporting aerospace and defense innovation\nWork Environment & Eligibility\nOffice, lab, and production environments; occasional PPE required; ability to lift up to ~25 lbs; Travel up to 10-30%. Employment requires background check. Due to program requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.\nEqual Employment Opportunity Information\nBascom Hunter is an equal opportunity employer. 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