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JOB TITLE: Manufacturing Engineer
LOCATION: Orlando, FL
PAY RATE: $53.65/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)
Schedule: 2nd Shift (1:00 PM – 11:00 PM)
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:
Develop and update work instructions and shop-floor documentation
Design tooling and fixture concepts/drawings
Provide hands-on shop-floor support to resolve technical issues
Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for non-conformances
Support MRB processes and non-conforming material investigations
Monitor quality, cost, and schedule performance
Identify and drive process improvements (Lean/6S)
Manufacturing and chemical processing environment
Exposure to production equipment and hazardous chemicals
PPE required (safety glasses, respirators, steel-toed shoes, etc.)
Train team members as needed
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
3+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in production environments
3+ years experience with painting, priming, plating, and coating processes
Experience with root cause/corrective action (RCCA)
Experience writing work and rework instructions
Experience with MRB and non-conforming material processes
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and GD&T
Experience with military specifications for materials and coatings
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Experience working cross-functionally with shop floor and engineering teams
Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with CARC paint, plating, passivation, heat treatment, and coating processes
Knowledge of coating validation methods (adhesion testing, thickness checks, etc.)
Experience with automation or capital improvements in coating/painting processes
Familiarity with ISO9000, AS9100, and military standards
Experience with CAD tools (Creo, NX) and 3D printing for tooling
Experience handling hazardous chemicals and chemical process control (pH, titration)
Experience with production equipment monitoring and chemical systems (DI water, tanks, etc.)
Military/aerospace manufacturing experience
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
Take your career to new heights—apply today!
Gus Sanchez is a Staffing Program Director with over 15 years of progressive Aerospace & Defense industry experience. Serving as a liaison and strategic partner to our Aerospace Engineering client portfolio, he demonstrates a results-driven approach to leading and fulfilling complex staffing initiatives.
Gus is a recruiting strategist who is privy to new industry technology, technical roles, market value, trends, and industry demand. Gus has a proven track record of delivering engineering staffing solutions that improve our client’s efficiency and productivity.
Gus holds a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and is a United States Coast Guard veteran.
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