Manufacturing Engineer - DEFENSE

Description:

JOB TITLE: Manufacturing Engineer - DEFENSE
LOCATION: Palmdale, CA
PAY RATE: $26-100/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)

    Security Requirements: Active Secret Clearance (investigation within 5 years or Continuous Evaluation) and Program Special Access (P29) 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:

    Responsible for supporting the Manufacturing Engineering Planning team by creating and maintaining the Manufacturing Bill of Material (BOM) and Order BOM.

    Analyze engineering drawings, models, specifications, processes, policies, and procedures to plan operations and sequences, producing comprehensive work instructions and supporting documentation.

    Collaborate with Designers and Production Engineers to interpret engineering, tooling, and manufacturing requirements, ensure compliance, and implement necessary revisions.

    Support management and program reviews by documenting and tracking action items to completion.

Requirements:

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

    Program Special Access (P29) required to start.

    Bachelor s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.

    Experience with standard manufacturing planning processes and procedures.

    Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and related technical references.

    Strong technical writing, communication, organization, scheduling, and time management skills.

    Proficiency in computer applications such as SAP, MS Office, CAPP/SFM, and model-based engineering systems (e.g., iBASEt, Teamcenter, 3DX).

    Experience in aviation/aerospace manufacturing.

    Prior work supporting production or engineering teams in a high-compliance industry.

    Hands-on experience with:

      Teamcenter

      iBASEt (Solumina)

      CAPP / SOM

      SAP / SFM

      Model-Based Engineering systems (Teamcenter, 3DX)

    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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Job Number: JPC - 13834-13841-11534
Job Location: Palmdale CA
Per Diem: --
Overtime: --
Start Date: 2025-10-16
Input Date: 10/17/2025
Last Updated: 10/19/2025
Firm Name: STRUCTURES COMPANY LLC
Attention: Ariyana OBryan
Address: P O BOX 2278
City, State: SEAL BEACH, CA 90740
Phone: 714/823-3000
Email: 11534_submissions@ceipalsubsrouting.com
Website: www.thestructurescompany.com
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