Hiring: Lead Manufacturing Engineer Company: CFD Research Corporation Location: Hollywood, AL Job Posted Time: 2026-09-15 13:08:57 Employment Type: Full-time / Hybrid Target Skills & Keywords : Assembly, AutoCAD, CAD, Manufacturing Execution Systems, Security Clearance, SolidWorks About the job Experience: •5+ years in manufacturing engineering or hardware operations. Required Skills: •Transition to Production (TTP): Lead technical hardware transitions into low-rate production, establishing assembly sequences, tooling, and build documentation. •Manufacturing Systems: Optimize and improve MES/MRP utilization throughout the design and TTP process •Supplier Technical Management: Partner with suppliers on technical transfers, manufacturing reviews, and component bottleneck resolution. •Shop-Floor Leadership: Serve as the primary floor technical authority, bridging design engineering, quality, supply chain, and shop technicians. Qualifications: •BS in Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related field). •Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen and possess the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance. •Solid functional working knowledge of MES and MRP/ERP systems. •Active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance. •MRB disposition authority and Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) experience. •3D CAD proficiency (preferably SolidWorks) with DFM/DFA and GD&T experience. •Hands-on TTP execution and Technical Transfer Package management. •Operational familiarity with MRL frameworks and AS6500 checklists. •Track record of optimizing MES/MRP workflows for shop-floor efficiency. •Direct supplier technical interface experience on low-rate, high-reliability flight hardware. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!