JOB TITLE: Manufacturing Engineer - DEFENSE
LOCATION: Palmdale, CA
PAY RATE: $80-100/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 enrollment required.

• 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:

• Collaborate cross-functionally to develop and implement manufacturing processes and procedures for assemblies and equipment installations.

• Drive adoption of new technologies (automation, robotics, CAM software, etc.) to improve efficiency, quality, and cost performance.

• Utilize 3D model-based design to optimize manufacturing processes and create detailed digital/visual work instructions.

• Apply knowledge of materials, systems, and automated processes to define build sequences and ensure operational excellence.

• Evaluate and analyze performance of tools, equipment, and IoT devices; identify and implement corrective actions as needed.

• Leverage factory data to develop Statistical Process Control (SPC) methods and integrate analytics solutions for continuous improvement.

• Provide design-for-manufacturing input to enhance product manufacturability and alignment with production capabilities.

Requirements:

• Active Secret Clearance with an investigation within the last 5 years or Continuous Evaluation enrollment required.

• Program Special Access required to start.

• 5+ years of recent CATIA V5 experience

• 4+ years of recent Teamcenter experience

• 5+ years of air vehicle systems experience (hydraulics, fuel, electrical, propulsion, or similar)

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage complex manufacturing data.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across engineering and production disciplines.

• Demonstrated success in process optimization and adoption of automation or digital manufacturing tools.

• Strong aviation manufacturing experience working with cross-functional teams (industrial engineering, quality, planning, scheduling, production).

• Hands-on experience with assembly, machining, and electrical processes (metallics, harness fabrication, systems installation, and final assembly).

• Proven ability to develop and manage visual work instructions for manufacturing environments.

• Skilled in Teamcenter and CATIA for manufacturing planning and design integration.

• 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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