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Manufacturing Engineer / CNC Programmer

DRT Aerospace, LLC
Meriden, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 9/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/15/2026
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Compensation : DOE Performance Bonus Benefits & 401K Day #1

Are you a hands-on manufacturing professional who would rather be on the shop floor than behind a desk? We're looking for a Manufacturing Engineer / CNC Programmer who thrives in a fast-paced machining environment and enjoys programming, troubleshooting, process improvement, and working directly with production teams.

This is not a traditional office-based engineering role. You'll spend your time supporting machining operations, modifying CNC programs, improving processes, estimating jobs, and helping drive production success from the floor.

Why Join Us?

  • Work on challenging precision-machined components.
  • Be directly involved in manufacturing and production operations.
  • Collaborate with skilled machinists and experienced manufacturing professionals.
  • Take ownership of projects from programming through production release.
  • Enjoy a hands-on role where your ideas and improvements have an immediate impact.
  • Opportunity to grow your technical and manufacturing expertise.

Key Responsibilities

  • Determine manufacturing methods, routing sequences, fixturing, raw materials, inspection methods, and outside processing requirements.
  • Provide detailed quotes and manufacturing estimates for precision-machined components.
  • Input and maintain routing information and labor standards within company systems.
  • Develop CNC programs and support program modifications for continuous improvement.
  • Utilize GD&T principles and interpret technical drawings.
  • Create setup sheets, operation sheets, and manufacturing documentation.
  • Develop fixtures and tooling concepts to improve manufacturing performance.
  • Support process improvements focused on quality, efficiency, and cost reduction.
  • Balance multiple projects and changing customer priorities.

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, OR
  • 5-10 years of manufacturing engineering and CNC programming experience, OR
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Strong knowledge of machine tools and manufacturing processes.
  • Proficiency with Mastercam programming.
  • Experience reading blueprints and applying GD&T.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred

  • Experience programming CNC VTLs, mills, and lathes.
  • Experience setting up and running first article parts.
  • Tool room experience.
  • Experience with Siemens NX CAD software.
  • Fixture and tooling design experience.

This Role Is NOT

  • A desk-only engineering position.
  • Primarily focused on product design.
  • Heavy on engineering calculations or theoretical analysis.

This Role IS

  • Hands-on shop floor support
  • CNC programming and program modification
  • Process improvement and troubleshooting
  • First article prove-outs and production release
  • Manufacturing planning and job estimating
  • Working directly with machinists and production teams

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're looking for an opportunity to apply your engineering expertise, drive manufacturing innovation, and be part of a collaborative team, we encourage you to apply today!

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