Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Manager

About the role

EDGE is seeking a senior technical leader to drive manufacturing process development, industrialization, and new‑product introduction for its propulsion programs, including turbofan, microjet and piston engines. The role will guide greenfield manufacturing setups, advanced machining and fabrication, and design‑to‑manufacture activities.

Key responsibilities

• Lead development, qualification and continuous improvement of advanced machining and fabrication processes for rotating and structural engine components.
• Define manufacturing routings, work instructions, control plans and inspection strategies, and oversee process validation activities such as FAI and PPAP.
• Manage manufacturing engineering during NPI, support industrialization planning, make/buy decisions and production ramp‑up.
• Provide manufacturing input to design teams, influence part design for manufacturability, quality and cost, and mitigate early‑stage risks.
• Support external suppliers and partners with technical reviews, alignment and technology transfer.
• Mentor and guide manufacturing engineers, drive capability development and continuous‑improvement initiatives.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical, Aerospace or Manufacturing Engineering.
• 15+ years of aerospace or propulsion manufacturing experience.
• Hands‑on expertise in advanced machining/fabrication of engine components and proven NPI/industrialization track record.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM, CNC programming and machining simulation/optimization tools.
• Ability to work collaboratively with design, quality, supply‑chain and equipment vendors in a concurrent‑engineering environment.

Required skills

• Precision turning, milling, multi‑axis machining, airfoil machining, broaching, grinding, inertia welding, EB welding, forming.
• CAD/CAM systems and CNC programming for toolpath development.
• Machining simulation software (Vericut, Third Wave, CutPro or equivalent).
• Knowledge of cutting tools, inserts, tool holders and strategies for aerospace alloys (titanium, nickel‑based superalloys, aluminum, steels).
• Fixture concepts, work‑holding methods and shop‑floor best practices.

What we offer

• Tax‑free, highly competitive salary.
• Family visas, annual flight tickets, medical insurance for dependents and education allowances.
• Access to a dedicated learning academy and digital learning platforms for continuous skill development.
• Opportunity to work in a multicultural, fast‑moving environment on breakthrough defence and emerging technologies.