Manufacturing Project Manager (Aerospace)

Manufacturing Project Manager (Aerospace)

$90,000 - $110,000 + Quarterly Bonus + PMP Training + Technical Development + High-Ownership Projects + Medical, Dental, Vision + 401(k) Match + PTO

Indianapolis, IN

Are you a Mechanical Engineer from an aerospace manufacturing background looking for a highly technical role where you'll own complex, first-run hardware projects from quote through delivery?

On offer is a permanent position with a well-established aerospace and defense manufacturer, where you'll be supported with development opportunities including PMP training and mentoring, while taking ownership of high-stakes projects from day one.

This company is known for solving difficult, precision manufacturing challenges for large OEM customers, with a modern shop floor and a strong reputation for quality. Due to continued growth, a major increase in manufacturing backlog, and an ongoing facility expansion, they are now looking to add to their specialist team.

In this role you will manage a portfolio of projects, coordinating across engineering, the shop floor, purchasing and vendors. You'll translate specs and drawings into manufacturable plans, order materials/tooling, track progress through ERP, and provide proactive customer updates while escalating and solving issues before they impact delivery.

This role would suit a Mechanical Engineer or Manufacturing Project Manager who wants more technical ownership, structured development, and the chance to deliver one-off aerospace builds to exacting standards.

The Role:

• Lead one-time / first-run aerospace manufacturing projects from quote through delivery
• Coordinate engineering, shop floor, purchasing/vendors and customer communication
• Translate drawings into manufacturable plans and detailed work instructions
• Track materials, tooling and schedules, escalating risks and solving problems
• Mon-Fri 1st shift, with flexible start times available

The Person:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar
• Aerospace or defense manufacturing experience preferred
• Project Engineering / Manufacturing Engineering experience ideal
• Strong mechanical aptitude; able to read drawings and communicate across technical and customer teams

Reference Number: BBBH279773

To apply for this role or to be considered for further opportunities, please click "Apply Now" or contact Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Inc of 1011 Centre Rd, Suite 322, Wilmington, DE 19805 act as an employer-paid private personnel agency.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.