Scope Manufacturing process optimization, robotic programming, automation implementation, process standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives across a growing advanced manufacturing operation.Environment Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing / Advanced Coatings & Engineered ComponentsThis Role is For You If You enjoy building scalable manufacturing systems and improving operational performance through process optimization and automation.You have experience programming industrial robots and implementing manufacturing technologies that improve quality, repeatability, and throughput.You thrive in hands‑on environments where you can drive continuous improvement while partnering closely with production, engineering, quality, and operations teams.You enjoy solving complex manufacturing challenges and developing standardized processes that support organizational growth.What You'll Do Lead the development, optimization, standardization, and documentation of manufacturing processes.Drive robotic programming, automation initiatives, and advanced manufacturing improvements.Analyze manufacturing performance metrics, cycle times, throughput, and labor utilization to identify improvement opportunities.Develop tooling, fixturing, and automation solutions that improve repeatability and productivity.Establish manufacturing standards, SOPs, work instructions, and process controls.Lead root cause investigations and corrective action initiatives related to manufacturing performance.Evaluate new manufacturing technologies, capital equipment, robotics, and automation investments.Train and support manufacturing personnel on standardized processes and best practices.Partner cross‑functionally with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Operations to support manufacturability and production scalability.Qualifications BS degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Robotics, Automation Engineering, or related discipline.5+ years of manufacturing engineering, process engineering, robotics programming, automation engineering, or advanced manufacturing experience.Experience implementing manufacturing process improvements and automation solutions in a production environment.Industrial robot programming experience (FANUC, ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa, Universal Robots, or similar).Strong background in process optimization, continuous improvement, root cause analysis, and manufacturing standardization.Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, SPC, PFMEA, or related operational excellence methodologies.Aerospace, defense, precision manufacturing, thermal spray, coating, welding, or automated manufacturing experience is highly desirable.About the Opportunity Our client is a rapidly growing aerospace and defense manufacturer focused on advanced engineered solutions for highly demanding applications. The company is transitioning from a highly technical, R&D-driven environment into a scalable production operation and is seeking a manufacturing leader who can help build the systems, processes, and automation capabilities necessary to support future growth.This role offers direct visibility to executive leadership and the opportunity to make a significant impact on operational excellence, manufacturing scalability, and long-term business performance while helping shape the future of a growing organization.#J-18808-Ljbffr