JOB TITLE: Manufacturing Engineer
LOCATION: Manassas, VA
PAY RATE: $26-52/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)

• 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:

• Design and optimize manufacturing processes, procedures, and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, machining, and material handling.

• Arrange machines for maximum efficiency and productivity.

• Develop sequences of operations and fabrication procedures for tools and equipment.

• Adapt machine or equipment design to factory and production conditions.

• Incorporate inspection and test requirements into production plans.

• Inspect machinery, equipment, and tools; identify issues and implement corrective actions to ensure product quality.

• Develop processes for statistical process control (SPC).

• Provide guidance to engineering on design concepts to optimize manufacturing techniques.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities and implement robotic solutions (Fanuc, Epson).

• Program and integrate industrial robots; maintain automated production lines to maximize uptime and throughput.

• Equipment uptime and availability.

• Improved throughput and productivity while maintaining high-quality standards.

• Successful implementation of process improvements using lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

• Fast-paced, collaborative, and results-driven.

• Focus on continuous improvement and high-performance culture.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering field.

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably in high-volume, low-mix environments.

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing principles, lean manufacturing, and Six Sigma.

• Experience with machine design, equipment installation, and material handling.

• Robotics and automation experience; PLC programming expertise.

• Knowledge of statistical process control and process optimization.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

• Certifications in Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or SPC 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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