Sr. Manufacturing Engineer (Aerospace Composites) 📍 Tallassee, AL  💼 Full-Time 🛠️ Advanced Manufacturing 💰 Competitive Compensation + Benefits 🚚 Relocation Assistance Available We’re looking for a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer to support both operational and development programs at our Tallasse
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Sr. Manufacturing Engineer (Aerospace Composites)

📍 Tallassee, AL  💼 Full-Time 🛠️ Advanced Manufacturing 💰 Competitive Compensation + Benefits 🚚 Relocation Assistance Available

 

We’re looking for a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer to support both operational and development programs at our Tallassee, Alabama facility. This role is key to delivering zero-defect projects through robust engineering, process innovation, and hands-on problem solving in a fast-paced aerospace composites environment.

What Youll Do
  • Develop technical solutions to complex manufacturing challenges.
  • Provide technical support for production integration and vendor-related issues.
  • Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to eliminate non-conformances.
  • Design and implement tooling and production planning from concept through production using standard ME tools.
  • Support product development, quoting, tooling, configuration changes, and first article development.
  • Deliver measurable results aligned with program and value stream goals.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to maintain strong working relationships.
  • Drive continuous improvement through Lean initiatives and process optimization.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
What You Bring
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering.
  • U.S. Person status (Citizen, Green Card holder, refugee, or asylee) per ITAR requirements.
What Helps You Stand Out
  • Experience in aerostructures (metallics and/or composites).
  • Strong continuous improvement mindset and results-driven approach.
  • Ability to work independently across diverse manufacturing environments.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Experience mentoring or coaching team members.
  • Demonstrated leadership, initiative, and sound judgment.
  • Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing experience is a plus.
🏡 Relocating? We Can Help.

This role is based in Tallassee, AL, with relocation assistance available. Nearby communities like RedlandWetumpkaPike Road, and Blue Ridge offer a range of living options—all within commuting distance.

Why Join Us?
  • Competitive salary + performance-based incentives
  • Comprehensive benefits (health, 401(k), PTO, etc.)
  • Opportunities to grow in a high-tech aerospace environment
  • A collaborative, innovation-driven engineering culture
Company Details
GKN Aerospace
3951 Alabama Highway 229
Tallassee, Alabama 36078 USA
www.gknaerospace.com/
96 Open Jobs Available
GKN is a global engineering business. We design, manufacture and service systems and components for most of the world’s leading aircraft, vehicle and machinery manufacturers. We are continuously evolving, pioneering new technologies and reinventing existing...

Benefits:
To be discussed at time of employment

Supported Manufacturers:
Boeing
Airbus
Lockheed Martin

Supported Models:
787
A350XWB
F-35
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Job Info
Location
Tallassee, Alabama, United States
Type
Permanent
Company Details
GKN Aerospace
3951 Alabama Highway 229
Tallassee, Alabama 36078 USA
www.gknaerospace.com/
96 Open Jobs Available
GKN is a global engineering business. We design, manufacture and service systems and components for most of the world’s leading aircraft, vehicle and machinery manufacturers. We are continuously evolving, pioneering new technologies and reinventing existing...

Benefits:
To be discussed at time of employment

Supported Manufacturers:
Boeing
Airbus
Lockheed Martin

Supported Models:
787
A350XWB
F-35

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