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Pursuit Aerospace · 18 hours ago

Special Process Engineer - Non-Conventional Machining

Manchester, CT

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Pursuit Aerospace is a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, dedicated to operational improvement and customer service. The Special Process - Non-Conventional Machining Engineer will support and optimize advanced machining processes, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards and leading process innovations.

AerospaceMachinery ManufacturingSupply Chain Management

No H1B

Responsibilities

Perform and/or review daily, weekly, monthly, periodic testing such as Chemical Adjustments, Conductivity/TDS, Resistivity, Chloride Determination by Argentometric Titration, Acid Acceptance, Nitric Acid Percentage by Potentiometric Titration, Free Acid by Normality, alloy contamination by ICP, Stock Loss, Etch Rate, Hydrogen content/pick up, Stress Corrosion, pH and capability testing

Work with internal team and our customers to improve CP and NCM op sheets, schedules, software control, databases, data cards, set up sheets, work instructions, routers/travelers and procedures

Perform annual internal audits against customer and Nadcap checklists for Chemical Processing: Alkaline Cleaning, Acid Cleaning, Pre-Penetrant Etch, Solution Analysis, Dry Film Lubricant/Paint, Grit Blasting and Vapor Degreasing

Perform annual internal audits against customer and Nadcap checklists for Non-Conventional Machining: Laser Beam Metal Removal including Cutting/Drilling and Electro Discharge Machining

Perform in person weekly walk throughs of all CP and NCM areas to ensure processes are robust and in compliance with customer and Nadcap specifications

Develop and optimize non-conventional machining processes (e.g., Laser cutting/drilling, Wire EDM, for new and existing components

Program and set parameters for Laser and EDM machines to achieve dimensional and metallurgical requirements

Define and document machining process flows, tooling, fixtures, and quality checkpoints

Collaborate with Quality and Special Process teams to meet NADCAP, AS9100, and customer-specific requirements

Drive root cause analysis and continuous improvement in response to process deviations or quality issues

Select and manage suppliers or subcontractors for outsourced NCM processes

Train operators and technicians on safe and effective use of non-conventional machining equipment

Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices in advanced machining

Qualification

Non-Conventional MachiningLaser CuttingEDM (Wire)Chemical ProcessingProcess DocumentationLeanSix Sigma CertificationCAD/CAM SoftwareQuality EngineeringAerospace ExperienceRoot Cause AnalysisEngineering DrawingsSupplier Management

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field AND 3+ years of experience in non-conventional machining (Laser, EDM, ECM, Chem Processing, etc.) – OR – in lieu of degree, 7+ years of experience in non-conventional machining (Laser, EDM, ECM, Chem Processing, etc.)

2+ years of experience in a manufacturing or quality engineering role

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time bases without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis

Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations