Process Engineer

Process EngineerPrinceton Precision Group: Always Advancing. Each business unit under the PPG portfolio has been deliberately selected for their ability to support their customers, lead their industry, and provide high quality products. Your journey with us is more than just a job. It is an opportunity to support the manufacturing of critical hardware to key defense programs, supporting missions to space and providing access for global travel. Join us in the journey!We are actively seeking a dedicated Process Engineer to join and grow in the PPG organization. This role plays a critical part in ensuring consistent, repeatable, and compliant manufacturing processes across the organization, directly contributing to product quality, on-time delivery, and overall operational excellence. The Process Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and sustaining manufacturing processes to ensure high-quality, cost-effective, and compliant production of various components.Highlights and BenefitsQuarterly profit-sharing bonus; eligible upon hirePaid time off401(k) with company matchPaid holidaysTuition / professional development reimbursementHealth, dental, and vision insuranceOptional HSA with company contributionShort-term disability, long term disability, and life insurance at no costLimitless opportunity for advancementRequirementsDevelop, implement, and maintain robust manufacturing processes for new and existing productsCreate and manage process documentation, including work instructions, routers, PFMEAs, and control plansCollaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Quality, Production, Supply Chain) to ensure efficient product flow and manufacturabilitySupport new product introduction (NPI) activities, including process validation and first article inspections (FAI)Analyze process performance and implement improvements to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve qualityTroubleshoot manufacturing issues on the shop floor and implement corrective actionsEnsure processes meet customer, regulatory, and industry standards (e.g., AS9100, NADCAP where applicable)Drive standardization of best practices across multiple cells, machines, and product familiesSupport capacity planning and tooling/fixture design requirementsUtilize data and metrics to monitor process capability (Cp/Cpk) and drive continuous improvement initiativesParticipate in internal and external audits as neededKnowledge, skills, and abilitiesBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field3+ years of experience in a process engineering role or manufacturing environmentExperience with process documentation and quality systemsAbility to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&TStrong problem-solving and analytical skillsExperience in aerospace and defense manufacturing environmentsFamiliarity with AS9100 and/or NADCAP requirementsKnowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies (Six Sigma, Kaizen, etc.)Princeton Precision Group abides by applicable export control laws including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) in accordance with the company's export control procedures. Most positions require access to ITAR/EAR-controlled information. As such, persons considered for this position must be either a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder) or otherwise classifiable as a "U.S. Person" under relevant regulations.