Provide overarching leadership and technical direction for airframe manufacturing processes, including composite layup, bonding, trimming, metallic integration, and assembly sequencing. Own the end-to-end lifecycle of airframe builds, collaborating with design, quality, and certification teams to
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Sr Manufacturing Engineer- Fuselage
Job Description:
  • Provide overarching leadership and technical direction for airframe manufacturing processes, including composite layup, bonding, trimming, metallic integration, and assembly sequencing.
  • Own the end-to-end lifecycle of airframe builds, collaborating with design, quality, and certification teams to embed manufacturability, compliance, and risk mitigation from concept to flight test readiness.
  • Drive tooling strategies and fixture development for prototype builds, balancing the need for high precision with practical solutions suited to low-volume, rapidly evolving programs.
  • Serve as the primary subject matter expert on the shop floor, leading root-cause analysis and implementing timely corrective actions to maintain schedule, quality, and structural integrity.
  • Act as a key liaison with supply chain and regulatory bodies (FAA), ensuring materials, documentation, and processes align with certification objectives.
  • Mentor and guide manufacturing engineers and technicians at all levels, setting best practices, championing innovative problem-solving, and fostering a hands-on culture of ownership and accountability.
Job Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent experience).
  • 8+ years in aerospace manufacturing, with a focus on airframe assembly and composite structures; prototype or experimental aircraft experience strongly preferred.
  • Proven track record of driving DFM principles for complex composite parts (layup, bonding, cure)
  • Expertise in advanced manufacturing tools (CAD, PLM, MES)

Bonus Qualifications:

  • NX Experience
  • Teamcenter Experience
  • SAP Experience
  • Part 23 Certification Experience
  • EVTOL Background

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Company Details
Johnson Service Group, Inc. (JSG)
1000 Parkwood Circle
Suite 800
Atlanta, Georgia 30339 USA
www.jsginc.com
23 Open Jobs Available
Johnson Service Group specializes in assisting firms bridge their engineering and technical personnel gaps quickly and efficiently. With regional offices throughout the United States, JSG has been meeting the engineering and technical staffing needs ...

Benefits:
Benefits: Johnson Service Group offers direct deposits, medical insurance program, and the opportunity to refer a friend for compensation. .
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Job Info
Location
Covington, Georgia, USA
Type
Permanent
Relocation
YES
Company Details
Johnson Service Group, Inc. (JSG)
1000 Parkwood Circle
Suite 800
Atlanta, Georgia 30339 USA
www.jsginc.com
23 Open Jobs Available
Johnson Service Group specializes in assisting firms bridge their engineering and technical personnel gaps quickly and efficiently. With regional offices throughout the United States, JSG has been meeting the engineering and technical staffing needs ...

Benefits:
Benefits: Johnson Service Group offers direct deposits, medical insurance program, and the opportunity to refer a friend for compensation. .

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