JOB TITLE: Manufacturing Engineer - DEFENSE 
LOCATION: Palmdale, CA
PAY RATE: $80-110/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)

• Clearance: Active Secret Clearance with an investigation within the last 5 years or Continuous Evaluation (CE) Enrollment

• 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: 

• Work collaboratively to develop and author manufacturing processes, procedures, and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, fabrication, and material handling.

• Apply a strong understanding of materials and processes to define operational procedures and build sequences that promote operational excellence.

• Evaluate equipment and tool performance to verify efficiency, identify deficiencies, and implement corrective actions to maintain production quality.

• Provide input to product design to optimize manufacturing techniques, equipment utilization, and design concepts.

• Operate within a model-based engineering environment (3DX) to support process development and system integration.

• Participate in periodic travel as required to support program needs.

• Leverage extensive aerospace manufacturing experience to contribute to project success and continuous improvement.

• Collaborate effectively within an Integrated Product Team (IPT) to achieve production and design objectives.

• Demonstrate the technical expertise and confidence to work independently and make critical program decisions.

Requirements:

• Active Secret Clearance with an investigation within the last 5 years or Continuous Evaluation (CE) Enrollment

• STEM degree (or equivalent technical education)

• Authoring manufacturing assembly work instructions

• Aircraft subsystems assembly and integration

• Aircraft structures assembly

• Hands-on production/shop floor support, including direct ownership of operations and interface with touch-labor employees

• Reviewing engineering drawings and 3D models

• Proficiency with PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) and ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems

• On-vehicle testing and troubleshooting of aircraft subsystems

• Familiarity with jet engine integration, service, and maintenance

• Wire harness and interconnect installation/integration

• Knowledge of aircraft fuel systems

• Experience supporting development, prototype, and first article builds (new product introduction)

• Working knowledge of metallic part machining

• Proficiency in 3DX, CATIA V5, and DELMIA software

• Evaluating designs for Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) considerations

• Manufacturing assembly planning experience

• Aviation maintenance experience, A&P license, or equivalent background

• Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).

• Preferred: Experience with complete integrated air vehicle designs.

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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