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Belcan Sr Manufacturing Engineer (Composites) in Nogales, Somalia
Sr Manufacturing Engineer (Composites)
Job Number: 364301
Category: Manufacturing Engineering
Description: Job Title: Sr Manufacturing Engineer (Composites)
Salary range: $121,800 - $182,400
Location: Nogales, Sonora
Zip Code: 84094
Start Date: Right Away
Keywords: #NogalesJobs; #ManufacturingEngineerJobs;
Position Overview
A leading aerospace and regulated manufacturing organization is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Composites to support and elevate operations at its Nogales, MX facility. This is a high-impact role focused on composite manufacturing process improvement, documentation standardization, and production readiness.
This position is ideal for a seasoned engineer with deep experience in hand layup composite manufacturing environments who can step into an existing operation, identify gaps, and drive meaningful improvements across processes, tooling, and documentation. The role offers strong visibility and the opportunity to influence long-term manufacturing strategy, with potential for future leadership growth.
Key Responsibilities
Evaluate current-state composite manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for improvement
Drive process optimization, standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives
Develop, update, and maintain work instructions, process documentation, and material specifications
Improve manufacturing efficiency by addressing repeat issues, defects, and process inconsistencies
Support production readiness, process qualification, and manufacturing validation activities
Lead or support root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, quality, engineering, and leadership teams
Recommend and implement tooling and fixture improvements to enhance manufacturability and throughput
Support stabilization and optimization of transferred work from other sites
Operate effectively within a matrix organization, coordinating across multiple teams and stakeholders
Provide technical leadership and mentorship, with potential to grow into a people management role
Required Qualifications
Bachelor"s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing, or related)
7+ years of experience in composite manufacturing or process engineering
Strong hands-on experience with:
o Hand layup composite manufacturing
o Autoclave and/or oven cure processes
- Experience working with composite materials including:
o Epoxies
o BMI (Bismaleimide)
o Carbon fiber
o Core structures
o Solid laminate constructions
Proven experience improving manufacturing processes and reducing repeat issues
Strong background in technical documentation, including work instructions and process specifications
Experience in regulated manufacturing environments (aerospace, defense, or similar)
Familiarity with AS9100, NADCAP, or equivalent quality systems
Experience supporting root cause analysis and corrective action processes
Ability to work onsite in Nogales, MX on a hybrid or travel-based schedule
Preferred Qualifications
Aerospace composites manufacturing experience
Experience with tooling and fixture design or improvement
Background in process transfer, industrialization, or production ramp-up
Experience working in a matrix organization across multiple sites or regions
Bilingual (English/Spanish) - preferred but not required
Prior leadership or team management experience
Experience supporting cross-border or multi-site manufacturing operations
Work Environment & Structure
Hybrid flexibility available depending on candidate location
Ideal candidates may be based in Southern Arizona (Tucson preferred) with regular onsite presence in Nogales
Role requires hands-on involvement in a manufacturing environment
First shift schedule
What You"ll Be Solving
Eliminating repeat manufacturing issues and inefficiencies
Strengthening process discipline and documentation standards
Improving tooling, workflows, and production consistency
Bridging gaps from previous work transfers and process misalignment
Elevating the overall manufacturing maturity of the operation
Why This Role
This is an opportunity to step into a critical role where you can make an immediate and measurable impact. You"ll work on complex composite manufacturing challenges, influence how processes are built and maintained, and help shape the future direction of a growing operation. Strong performers will have the opportunity to expand into leadership roles as the team evolves.
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."
Location: Nogales , SO
Minimum Experience (yrs):
Required Education: Not Specified
Salary: 182,400.00 /hour
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