Manufacturing Engineer - Aero Structures

Job Description

Location :   Chennai

Experience :   4–6 Years

Compensation :   Up to 9 LPA

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Engineer with strong expertise in aerospace manufacturing, fabrication, and assembly processes. The ideal candidate will be responsible for authoring build plans, creating installation processes in CAPP / MES, and driving process improvements in alignment with aerospace industry standards.

Key Skills

Drawing Interpretation, GD&T, Aerospace Materials, Aerospace Processes, Manufacturing Planning, Build Plan Authoring, CAPP, MES, Work Instructions, CATIA, NX, Lean Manufacturing, Tooling Methodologies, Structural Assemblies, Systems and Payloads

Roles and Responsibilities

Author build plans for aircraft structural assemblies, systems, and payloads.

Create installation plans in CAPP / MES and author assembly work instructions.

Lead the implementation of standard work practices in assembly operations for Boeing or similar aerospace products.

Review, audit, and ensure compliance of prevailing installation plans with defined quality standards.

Continuously drive improvements in assembly processes and workflows.

Apply critical thinking and innovative problem-solving in manufacturing operations.

Support the development and implementation of production and tooling methodologies.

Assist in conceptual design development and maintenance of program architecture for builds.

Execute design for manufacturing (DFM) and producibility studies for new product introductions.

Participate in lean manufacturing initiatives and process optimization.

Ensure compliance with company quality management system (QMS) requirements.

Collaborate with IPTs and internal stakeholders to develop products and enhance technical capabilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related engineering discipline.

4–6 years of relevant work experience in the aerospace industry, with at least 3 years in a manufacturing engineering role.

Strong experience in Aerospace Manufacturing, Fabrication, and Assembly processes.

Proven expertise in authoring manufacturing plans and work instructions.

Proficiency in drawing interpretation and GD&T.

Knowledge of aerospace materials and associated processes.

Familiarity with CAPP / MES, IPDM, and related manufacturing execution systems.

Exposure to commercial aircraft platforms preferred.

CATIA / NX modeling experience is an added advantage.

Experience in lean manufacturing principles and process improvement methodologies.

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

About the Customer :

You will be working with a trusted global product engineering and lifecycle services partner to the world’s most recognized companies in the Aero Engines, Aerospace & Defence, Hi-Tech, Transportation (Auto and Rail), Power and Industrial, Oil & Gas, and Medical Devices industries. With 12K+ experts, and a global presence in 73 locations across 15 countries, it believes that it is at the forefront of the convergence of mechanical, electronics, software, and digital engineering innovations to enable solutions for a safer, cleaner world. A Strong Process based organization Certified for CMMI L5 and multiple other certifications of the process and one of the few organizations which are ranked as best place to work.

Requirements

Drawing Interpretation, GD&T, Aerospace Materials, Aerospace Processes, Manufacturing Planning, Build Plan Authoring, CAPP, MES, Work Instructions, CATIA, NX, Lean Manufacturing, Tooling Methodologies, Structural Assemblies, Systems and Payloads