JOB TITLE: Manufacturing Engineer - DEFENSE
LOCATION: Palmdale, CA
PAY RATE: $50-95/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: Must have a full Secret Clearance with an investigation within the last 5 years or be enrolled in Continuous Evaluation. Program special access is required to start.

• 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: 

• Create and analyze 3D-based model data to optimize manufacturing processes and develop digital work instructions.

• Leverage understanding of materials and automated processes to define operations procedures and build sequences for operational excellence.

• Evaluate equipment and tool performance (including IoT devices) to ensure efficiency; initiate corrective actions as needed.

• Use factory data to develop statistical process control approaches and integrate reporting and data analytics solutions for continuous improvement.

• Provide input to product design regarding concepts and specifications to maximize manufacturing efficiency.

Requirements:

• Must have a full Secret Clearance with an investigation within the last 5 years or be enrolled in Continuous Evaluation. Program special access is required to start.

• Minimum 4 years of Manufacturing Engineer experience (not an ME Planner role).

• Experience working cross-functionally in manufacturing with industrial engineering, planning, scheduling, Quality Assurance, and/or production.

• Experience with manufacturing processes such as fabrication, assembly, machining, and electrical work across multiple disciplines, including composites, metallics, bonded assemblies, and installations.

• Previous experience with lean manufacturing and process improvements.

• Experience with MRP systems, SAP, or other Manufacturing Execution System (MES) applications.

• Experience in “first-time build” product development.

• CATIA V5

• Structural Assembly

• Design for Manufacturing

• Composites and Materials (preferred)

• Manufacturing Processes & Manufacturing Experience

• Aviation experience preferred.

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

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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