Manufacturing Engineer - Precision Machining - NYC - Michael Page : Job Details

• Employee focused culture cultivating on your specific strengths.
• Expand on your CNC skills in a cutting edge environment.

About Our Client Join a growing manufacturer at the forefront of high-precision component production for aerospace, defense, and advanced industrial systems. Backed by decades of machining expertise, this team delivers critical parts with tight tolerances and zero margin for error. Their shop floor is equipped with advanced CNC equipment, lean workflows, and a quality-driven culture. Job Description

• Create and refine manufacturing processes for precision CNC parts across multi-axis equipment
• Collaborate with CAM programmers to support toolpath strategies, feeds/speeds, and machine setup optimization
• Select tooling and fixturing for small- to medium-sized production runs involving exotic alloys and aluminum
• Conduct time studies and implement continuous improvement measures to drive throughput and yield
• Partner with quality and production teams to troubleshoot machining issues and resolve deviations
• Support the introduction of new parts and revisions, ensuring alignment with customer specifications and internal standards
• Develop work instructions, SOPs, and best practices for setup and machining processes

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. The Successful Applicant

• Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering preferred (or equivalent practical experience)
• 3+ years in a CNC-focused manufacturing engineering role, ideally within a precision machining environment
• Familiarity with aerospace standards, ITAR compliance, and tight-tolerance components
• Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T
• Hands-on understanding of CNC machining, tooling setup, and process troubleshooting
• Experience with Mastercam, Fusion 360, or similar CAM platforms is a plus

What's on Offer

• A hands-on engineering role in a high-mix, low-volume production environment
• Direct influence over process improvement, tooling strategies, and efficiency gains
• Strong internal support from experienced machinists, programmers, and leadership
• Competitive salary, full benefits, and long-term stability in a defense-adjacent market

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