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Manufacturing Engineer - Aerospace

Group: Aerospace Group N. America

Division: Braking Systems

Location : USA DANVILLE KY-120 Corp. Dr.

Job Family : Mfg & Prod Engineering

Job Type : Regular

Posted : Oct 1, 2026

Job ID : 68853

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At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

Position Summary

Our Manufacturing Engineering team is seeking a highly motivated individual with responsibilities that will include managing current Manufacturing Engineering documents and execution of special projects, New Product Introductions (NPI) in a production project management capacity and act as a liaison between Design Engineering and the production floor. This role will be expected to lead CAPEX projects to reduce production costs via automation and/or process improvements. Will need to work with both suppliers and internal customers to problem-solve items relating to new and legacy components. Provide operations technical and manufacturing support as required for both new and mature programs. The position will include manufacturing engineering support for final assembly operations in Danville and eventually review/disposition non-conforming product, with a focus on product reliability and customer satisfaction.

Job Core Responsibilities

• Manage and execute special projects such as cost reduction, automation and CAPEX projects

• Manage components through production for new programs.

• Support new product introductions through the design review, build and qualification stages.

• PPAP elements such as PFMEA, PFD (process flow diagrams)

• Create infrastructure in BSD business systems to support new programs.

• MRB (Material Review Board) – Review and disposition parts. Able to provide justification for how to handle each non-conformance and follow the parts through the process to ensure proper handling of the non-conforming product. Work with other departments to understand cause and effect of major and minor non-conformances.

• Review/prepare/manage Manufacturing Engineering documentation.

• Works to gain overall knowledge and proficiencies with Aerospace specifications and regulations.

• Support production of our global manufacturing operations by following

• Perform trouble shooting and problem solving both alone and within larger groups with varying difficulties.

• Provide Manufacturing decisions on processes based on various company specifications and experience in a timely manner.

• Conduct investigations to determine root cause and preventative measures for various in-service failures.

• Regular, consistent, and punctual attendance is required. May need to work variable schedule(s) and additional hours as necessary.

• Candidates must be willing to travel as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Engineering required(Mechanical or Aerospace preferred)

• Minimum 2 years of Engineering experience

• Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication and process document skills.

• Strong computer skills required. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

• Ability to work independently and interface with cross-functional disciplines including suppliers, design engineering, quality and procurement; using excellent interpersonal skills to drive tasks to completion.

• Goal oriented with the capability to drive results. Schedule and execute to ensure adherence to business and customer requirements.

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

• Strong attention to detail. Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to multi-task while under pressure.

• Demonstrated experience with SAP or other ERP system a plus.

• Continuous Improvement training/experience preferred

• Excellent Project Management skills for successful project delivery is desirable.

• 3D modeling basics to create various tools or fixtures (Catia V5, or Autodesk inventor)

• Experience with FDM 3D printing with knowledge of design for 3D printing and print bed layout optimization.

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team!Our competitive package includes:

Competitive Compensation

• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.

• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay

• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay

Career development and tuition reimbursement

• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.

• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.

• Paid Time Off and 13 Company-Paid Holidays.

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

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