Aerospace Manufacturing Engineer
Cascade Engineering Technologies, Inc. · Canby, MN
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Base pay
- $80k–$120k
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Cascade Engineering Technologies, Inc. (industrial) in Canby, MN.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- Lean, 5S, Root cause, GD&T, CNC, Machining
- Base pay
- $80k–$120k
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in Minnesota: typical posted base $101k–$155k. This one lists $80k–$120k.
Median of the low and high ends of 31 live postings that list pay, out of 51 manufacturing engineer openings in Minnesota, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 50 other live manufacturing postings in Minnesota.
- Base pay
- About 18% below similar roles
- Experience asked
- Typical (5+ years)
Typical $93k–$149k, from 27 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Tooling 47%
- ✓ Lean 41%
- New product launch 33%
- Team leadership 31%
- ✓ Root cause 29%
- EHS / safety 25%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for GD&T, CNC, Casting, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Questions worth asking about this team:
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Full description from Cascade Engineering Technologies, Inc.As posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Position Summary
The Manufacturing Engineer supports production operations through process improvement, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and manufacturing optimization. This role works closely with machining, quality, engineering, and leadership teams to improve efficiency, reduce variation, and support the successful production of complex aerospace components. The ideal candidate has strong aerospace machining experience, understands manufacturing of castings and billet materials, and is comfortable working directly with shop floor operations.
And Duties
- ◆Support daily manufacturing operations by troubleshooting machining and production-related issues
- ◆Provide manufacturing engineering support for complex 3, 4, and 5-axis CNC machining operations involving titanium, Inconel, and aluminum aerospace components
- ◆Identify and implement process improvements focused on quality, efficiency, cost reduction, and throughput
- ◆Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for manufacturing or quality concerns
- ◆Evaluate manufacturability of new and existing aerospace components
- ◆Develop and improve manufacturing processes, tooling strategies, and workholding methods
- ◆Support continuous improvement initiatives including Lean Manufacturing and 5S
- ◆Assist with workflow, workstation, and manufacturing layout optimization
- ◆Collaborate with machinists, programmers, quality, and leadership teams to improve operational performance
- ◆Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T
requirements
- ✓Ensure manufacturing processes comply with safety and environmental standards
- ✓Support documentation and process standardization efforts
- ✓Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- ✓Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent manufacturing experience
- ✓5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering in a production environment
- ✓Experience with CNC machining operations and manufacturing process improvements required
- ✓Strong aerospace machining and manufacturing knowledge, particularly with castings and billet materials
- ✓Understanding of GD&T, blueprint reading, and aerospace tolerancing
- ✓Experience with CAD software and manufacturing systems
- ✓Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
- ✓Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- ✓Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
- ✓Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments
- ✓U.S. Citizenship required
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Cascade Engineering Technologies - Aerospace Manufacturing Engineer
Pay: $80,000- $120,000 annually
Company Overview
Cascade Engineering Technologies is a precision aerospace manufacturer specializing in metrology-driven machining of titanium and Inconel castings, Inconel forgings, and aluminum plate components for both commercial and defense aerospace applications. Our team supports complex aerospace programs requiring high levels of precision, process control, and continuous improvement. We are committed to quality, accountability, innovation, and operational excellence throughout every stage of manufacturing.
Benefits
- •401(k) with company match
- •Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- •Life insurance
- •Paid time off
- •Referral program
- •Quarterly performance bonus opportunity
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