Engineering Manager - Aerospace and Defense

At Advance CNC Machining we believe in getting the right people in the right seats so we can fulfill our mission to create more opportunities for our families and our neighbors.

Why Advance CNC?

We’re a refreshingly different growing company of 50+ team members where ordinary people do extraordinary things.

• We value humility, determination, and teamwork.


• We invest in leading-edge technology and taking care of people.


• We’re committed to quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.


• Here, your work directly supports the success of our customers and our company.

Compensation package includes:

• 401k plan with a generous 100% employer match up to $5,200 per year


• 80 hours of paid time off (PTO) your first year and 128 hours your second year.


• 6 paid holidays after first 90 days


• Medical, dental, vision, life, accident, and disability insurance coverage options


• Christmas bonus opportunity


• Other bonus opportunities

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager who thrives in a hands-on manufacturing environment. If you are someone who enjoys leading and mentoring a team of engineers, and who consistently models the accountability and humility that define our culture, we’d love to hear from you!

What You’ll Do

As our Engineering Manager, you’ll serve as both a strategist and a mentor—guiding our engineering team and partnering across the business to create custom deliverables that exceed expectations.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing, coaching, and developing a high-performing team of mechanical engineers


• Leading performance management, including goal setting, feedback, and professional growth planning


• Optimizing engineering workflows to increase throughput, reduce waste, and streamline handoffs with production teams


• Troubleshooting design issues with an analytical, solutions-oriented approach


• Owning the Engineering group’s performance indicators and budget

What You Bring

We’re looking for someone who can thoughtfully bring the efficiency, effectiveness, and drive needed to help our growing $15 million company keep up with rapidly rising demand.

You should have:

• 10+ years of combined experience in design engineering


• Deep understanding of machining and related manufacturing processes


• Experience leading and mentoring direct reports


• Strong analytical skills for diagnosing design or production challenges


• A proactive, collaborative approach with excellent communication skills including the ability to hold others accountable


• Ability to guide engineers through concept development, 3D modeling, prints, tolerances, and manufacturability reviews


• A mindset focused on efficiency, quality improvement, and cost savings


• Demonstrated SolidWorks experience and fluency


• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering (or similar) is preferred.

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re ready to bring your engineering expertise to a caring team that will invest in your future, we’d love to talk. Check us out at www.advancecnc.com/careers/  and apply today!

Successful pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check are conditions of employment.