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Job Description Senior Manufacturing Engineer Location: Huntsville, AL Pay: $78,000- $110,000 Work Environment: Onsite Position Overview M Force Partners is seeking an experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer to support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes for new and existing products. This Senior Manufacturing Engineer will play a key role in New Product Introduction (NPI), production line development, fixture design, process optimization, and manufacturing readiness while partnering with Engineering, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, and Program Management teams. The ideal Senior Manufacturing Engineer has a strong background in manufacturing engineering, product launches, process development, and production optimization.

This individual thrives in a hands-on manufacturing environment and enjoys solving complex production challenges while improving efficiency, quality, and throughput. Key Responsibilities Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) activities from engineering design release through full-rate production Develop manufacturing processes, tooling, fixtures, and production methods for new and existing products Coordinate production line activation, ensuring equipment, labor, materials, tooling, and documentation are production-ready Collaborate with Design Engineering to improve manufacturability using Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles Design and optimize work cells, production lines, plant layouts, and material flow using industrial engineering methodologies Conduct time studies, line balancing, capacity analysis, and workflow evaluations to improve manufacturing efficiency Develop work instructions, standard work documentation, process specifications, and manufacturing procedures Support equipment selection, installation, programming, qualification, and validation for new manufacturing processes Coordinate manufacturing readiness activities across Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Production, and Program Management Monitor project schedules, milestones, budgets, and manufacturing deliverables throughout product launches Identify manufacturing risks and implement proactive solutions to minimize production disruptions Support engineering changes and successfully transition new products into production Design and develop manufacturing fixtures, assembly tooling, and process improvement solutions Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance as needed Lead and participate in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives Communicate project status and technical updates to internal stakeholders Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related engineering discipline Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing engineering experience in a production environment Experience supporting products from concept through production release Experience leading New Product Introduction (NPI) projects Experience with work cell layout, production line setup, and manufacturing process development Experience designing manufacturing fixtures and assembly tooling Proficiency with SolidWorks Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications Ability to prioritize multiple engineering projects while meeting deadlines Preferred Qualifications Experience in military, aerospace, or defense manufacturing Experience with sheet metal fabrication, metal forming, welding, or metal finishing processes Experience with robotic welding, CNC cutting equipment, RF welding, or hot air welding processes Experience using SAP ERP systems SolidWorks Certification Experience with AutoCAD or SolidWorks CAMWorks Knowledge of AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality management systems Experience supporting First Article Inspection (FAI) Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma Certification Additional Requirements Ability to work in an onsite manufacturing environment Ability to occasionally travel as required Ability to work throughout manufacturing and production areas Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) Ability to stand, walk, and occasionally lift up to 20 pounds Job presented by M Force Partners M Force Partners is a specialized recruitment partner connecting top-tier talent with leading organizations. With expertise in engineering/technical, healthcare, professional services, and executive search, we deliver customized recruiting solutions that connect exceptional talent with outstanding career opportunities.

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Equal Opportunity Employer M Force Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.