Manufacturing Engineer Manager

About the Role

The Manufacturing Engineering Manager (Manufacturing Engineer Lead) is responsible for leading and developing a team of manufacturing engineers within a single manufacturing facility. This role oversees the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes, procedures, and equipment while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.

This position plays a critical role in supporting new product development, improving throughput, reducing costs, and optimizing manufacturing systems to support business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Manufacturing Process & Flow

• Lead planning and implementation of manufacturing processes, equipment, and tooling

• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and budgets to ensure successful execution

• Collaborate with Design Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations to improve manufacturing performance

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies

Process Improvement & Innovation

• Identify and implement strategies to drive innovation and continuous improvement

• Lead site-level process improvement initiatives impacting quality, cost, and efficiency

• Support and guide cross-functional teams through improvement projects

People Leadership & Development

• Mentor, coach, and develop manufacturing engineers

• Assign work, provide performance feedback, and ensure proper training

• Support engineers with complex technical challenges and new product development

Manufacturing Systems & Capital Planning

• Optimize manufacturing systems, metrics, and capacity utilization

• Support system upgrades and technology selection

• Lead capital budgeting efforts and manage capital projects and expenditures

• Determine resource allocation and monitor budget controls

Internal & Supplier Collaboration

• Communicate with internal teams and Tier 1/Tier 2 suppliers to define product specifications and parameters

• Partner with Product Engineering, Program Design, Supply Chain, and Operations to deliver manufacturing solutions

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a related Engineering field required

• 5+ years of manufacturing or engineering experience

• Advanced degree preferred

• Advanced technical knowledge to support new product development and complex problem-solving

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong project management skills

• Ability to analyze manufacturing process flows to improve quality, cost, and throughput

• Experience developing and executing strategic plans

• Strong leadership and communication skills

• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, and web browsers

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Primarily office-based with periodic time on the manufacturing floor

• Requires sitting, standing, walking, computer use, and close vision

• Must maintain regular attendance and work collaboratively with others

Why Join Parker Aerospace?

Parker Aerospace is a global leader in aerospace technologies, delivering innovative, reliable, and sustainable solutions throughout the aircraft lifecycle. Team members are valued for their expertise, collaboration, and commitment to continuous improvement.

Parker offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, and more — supporting your health, wealth, and long-term career growth.  Interested candidates should apply online today!

Work Authorization & Compliance

This position is subject to U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements. Employment is contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screen.