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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