JOB TITLE: Staff Manufacturing Engineer
LOCATION: Irvine, CA
PAY RATE: $58-85.50/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 (6 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 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: 

• Transition new products from design into low-rate and full-scale production

• Bridge design intent with manufacturing execution across mechanical and electrical disciplines

• Develop and release work instructions, SOPs, and manufacturing routers

• Design, build, and implement production and test jigs/fixtures

• Partner with design engineering, supply chain, quality, and production teams to support scalable product launches

Requirements:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and eligible for Export Authorization and DoD clearance if required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field

• Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree

• 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience

• Strong mechanical and electrical engineering foundation

• Experience creating work instructions, SOPs, and routers

• Hands-on experience designing electro-mechanical production and test fixtures

• Support DFM and DFT initiatives

• Troubleshoot electro-mechanical assembly and test processes

• Establish efficient workflows for low- and high-volume production

• Strong cross-functional communication skills

• Proficiency with CAD tools (SolidWorks and Visio preferred)

• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems for BOM and router management

• Ability to stand, climb, crouch, reach, and lift up to 25 lbs; movement between departments and worksites required

Preferred Qualifications:

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 major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a 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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