Job Description

Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer Pay Rate: $45.00-60.00/hour Location: Indianapolis, IN 46225 Area Code: 317 Shift: 1st Shift Schedule: Full-time, M-F Employment Type: Direct/Benefits or Contract #manufacturingengineering #aerospacejobs #productionlead Job Summary: The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will provide hands‑on technical leadership supporting machining operations and serve as interim stand‑in coverage for Manufacturing Engineering Management as required. This role focuses on machining process development, equipment installation, industrialization, and component quality to ensure safe and efficient production readiness. Key Responsibilities:

• Lead development, optimization, and validation of machining processes to support production and program requirements
• Support installation, commissioning, and qualification of CNC machines, tooling, and related manufacturing equipment
• Provide technical leadership for component quality, root cause analysis, and corrective action within a regulated environment
• Support production readiness, capacity planning, and standardization of machining processes
• Interface with union production teams, quality, and operations to resolve manufacturing and process issues
• Utilize SAP to support routing, process documentation, and manufacturing execution activities

Required Qualifications:

• 10 or more years manufacturing engineering experience within a machining‑focused production environment
• Strong background in machining process development, industrialization, and equipment implementation
• Demonstrated experience supporting component quality in regulated manufacturing environments
• Ability to operate independently in a senior technical or advisory capacity
• Experience working effectively within a union manufacturing environment
• Due to the nature of the work US Citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor"s degree
• Prior experience supporting Rolls‑Royce Engine manufacturing programs
• Experience working within AS9100 or equivalent quality systems
• Proficiency supporting manufacturing processes and documentation within SAP
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
• Flexibility to support first‑shift operations with occasional off‑shift engagement as needed

Belcan provides a competitive pay and benefits package. Benefits offered MAY include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and paid leave required by law. Salary guidelines for similar roles at Belcan are $45.00-60.00 per hour. Guidelines vary based on many factors including but not limited to education, qualifications, experience, discipline, geographic location, market, and business considerations. Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Build a challenging and rewarding career with an industry leader!

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Hourly pay, Full time, Contract work, Interim role, Local area, Shift work, Day shift

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