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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