Aerospace Engineer
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Our client, a global manufacturer of precision tooling and machining solutions , is hiring an Aerospace Application Engineer to support and grow its aerospace customer base in the Wichita, Kansas region.
This role combines aerospace manufacturing expertise, cutting-tool applications, technical problem-solving, and customer support . The ideal candidate will understand aerospace manufacturing and subassembly processes and be comfortable working directly with customers on the manufacturing floor.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical and cutting-tool application support to aerospace OEM, Tier 1, and Tier 2 customers
- Troubleshoot manufacturing and tooling challenges directly on the customer floor
- Support aerospace subassembly processes including drilling, reaming, trimming, machining, and assembly
- Recommend tooling and process improvements to improve quality, productivity, tool life, and manufacturability
- Conduct tooling trials, document results, and recommend improvements
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and new technology implementation
- Train customers on cutting-tool applications and implementation
- Coordinate with customers, engineering, manufacturing, sales, and customer service
- Develop customer relationships and identify new application opportunities
Qualifications
- Hands-on experience within aerospace manufacturing , preferably with an OEM or Tier 1 supplier
- Experience with cutting-tool applications and/or tooling used in aerospace manufacturing
- Strong understanding of aerospace manufacturing and subassembly processes
- Experience working on or supporting the manufacturing/shop floor
- Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Ability to understand manufacturing equipment, processes, and engineering requirements
- Strong communication and customer-facing skills
- Ability to work independently in a remote, field-based role
- Ability to travel up to 50%, primarily Monday through Friday
- Located in or near Wichita, KS; candidates in Oklahoma may also be considered
Preferred Experience
- Engineering Technician, Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer, Application Engineer, Manufacturing R&D, or similar aerospace background
- Drilling and reaming applications, including manual or ADU drilling/reaming
- Knowledge of speeds and feeds, tool life, tolerances, surface finishes, and cutting-tool geometries
- CAM programming and/or 2D/3D CAD
- Experience implementing manufacturing cost savings or process improvements
Why Join
- Apply your aerospace manufacturing and tooling knowledge in a customer-facing technical role
- Work directly with aerospace OEMs and suppliers on process and technology improvements
- Training on the company's cutting-tool technologies and product portfolio
- Remote, field-based position with autonomy and direct customer interaction
- Career development and domestic/international training opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs
- Competitive compensation plus bonus
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