JOB TITLE: Aerospace Manufacturing Engineer II
LOCATION: Savannah, GA
PAY RATE: $55/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)
Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
Qualifying Questions:
Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?
Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
Conduct complex technical studies and analyze manufacturing operations (existing and proposed)
Develop recommendations for equipment, production methods, and process improvements
Create detailed work instructions to optimize efficiency and drive zero-defect manufacturing
Author rework instructions (DRDI/DMT) to support corrective actions
Develop and maintain Manufacturing Bills of Material (MBOM) in systems such as SAP or Solumina
Perform productibility studies and support Design for Manufacturing (DFM) efforts
Apply statistical methods to forecast manufacturing requirements and generate reports
Support vendor evaluations, negotiations, and issue resolution
Investigate and justify equipment and facility needs
Audit processes and outputs to ensure compliance with manufacturing standards
Lead or coordinate cross-functional projects with minimal supervision
Apply Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to improve manufacturing processes
Support safety, sustainability, ergonomic, and business continuity initiatives
Ensure adherence to quality policies and recommend improvements
Maintain accurate reporting of daily and weekly activities
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
18+ months of experience in Manufacturing Engineering, planning, or a related technical role
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma principles
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints
Familiarity with tooling, quality control, plant safety, and shop math
Experience with systems/tools such as SAP, Solumina, CATIA, Corridor, or similar
Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).
Preferred Qualifications
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or higher
Strong collaboration and leadership skills in cross-functional environments
About Us:
The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.
As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.
Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense
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