Manufacturing Engineer

Aegis is partnered with a precision machining manufacturer that has been producing complex machined components for aerospace, defense, and industrial applications since 1965. The company is currently entering a significant growth phase under new ownership and is investing heavily in expanding operations, improving processes, and scaling production. This is an opportunity to join a growing machine shop where engineering has a direct impact on throughput, efficiency, and future success.

They are seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer with strong Swiss machining and PartMaker experience to serve as the technical bridge between engineering and production.

This is not a desk-only engineering role. The ideal candidate will own the process from programming through setup, prove-out, optimization, and production handoff.

Responsibilities:

• Create and optimize PartMaker programs for Star Swiss machines
• Develop high-efficiency multi-channel programs and optimize synchronization and cycle times
• Lead setup and prove-out activities for new and complex parts
• Set tooling, align guide bushings, and support machine setup on Star Swiss equipment
• Support setup and programming activities on Takisawa and Haas lathes
• Verify process stability, tool life, and production readiness before releasing jobs to production
• Select tooling and implement process improvements to maximize throughput and quality
• Troubleshoot machining issues including chatter, tool life concerns, offsets, and dimensional challenges
• Support and mentor setup personnel on the production floor
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams on process improvements and DFM initiatives

Requirements:

• 5+ years of CNC machining experience
• 3+ years of Manufacturing Engineering experience within machining environments
• Strong PartMaker programming experience
• Hands-on experience with Star Swiss machines (SR, SB, or SV Series)
• Experience with Takisawa and Haas lathes
• Strong understanding of Fanuc and Haas controls
• Ability to edit G-Code and create custom macros
• Experience holding tight tolerances and interpreting complex blueprints
• Strong troubleshooting and process optimization skills

Preferred Experience:

• High-mix, low-volume machining environments
• Aerospace, defense, or precision machining industries
• DFM experience
• Experience mentoring machinists or setup personnel
• High-pressure coolant and advanced tooling strategies

Why This Opportunity?

• Company positioned for significant growth under new ownership
• Highly visible role with direct impact on production performance
• Opportunity to become the technical expert for Swiss machining operations
• Family-oriented culture with long-term growth plans
• Work with complex, precision-machined components across multiple industries

This is an excellent opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer who enjoys being on the shop floor, solving technical challenges, and driving machining performance in a growing precision manufacturing environment.