Manufacturing Engineer - Composites - 100% ONSITE
Required
U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
Strong attention to detail and configuration control.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Experience with ERP systems, including BOMs, routings, and work orders.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Manufacturing Engineer – Composites
Position Summary
The Manufacturing Engineer - Composites is responsible for developing, supporting, and continuously improving manufacturing processes for composite products. This is a hands-on, shop floor-focused role that works directly with production personnel to support builds, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure products are manufactured efficiently, on schedule, and in accordance with quality and customer requirements.
This position collaborates closely with Production, Quality, Planning, and Engineering teams and plays a key role in process development, qualification activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Manufacturing & Production Support
Provide daily manufacturing engineering support for composite layup, curing, trimming, and assembly operations.
Support production teams by answering technical questions, clarifying work instructions, and resolving real-time manufacturing challenges.
Investigate and resolve manufacturing nonconformances, process deviations, and producibility concerns.
Assist with process improvements to enhance quality, efficiency, and throughput.
Process Planning & Documentation
Develop and maintain manufacturing plans, inspection plans, Bills of Materials (BOMs), work instructions, and visual work aids.
Define tooling requirements to support production and engineering needs.
Create and update manufacturing processes and procedures to ensure compliance with internal quality standards and regulatory requirements.
Support configuration management and documentation control activities.
Composite Cure & Qualification Support
Coordinate thermal profiles for composite curing processes, including data collection and documentation.
Support First Part Qualification (FPQ) and First Article Inspection (FAI) activities.
Provide technical input regarding cure cycles, material utilization, and manufacturing methodologies.
Assist with customer and internal qualification requirements as needed.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Review supplier and material requirements to ensure compliance with engineering and manufacturing specifications.
Provide manufacturability feedback to support cost, quality, and schedule objectives.
Support estimating and proposal efforts by providing manufacturing and technical input.
Partner with Production, Planning, Quality, and Engineering teams to drive on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.
Preferred
3+ years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, manufacturing engineering, or production planning.
1+ year of hands-on experience in a composites manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with First Article Inspection (FAI), process qualification, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Education
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Technical training, certifications, or coursework in Manufacturing, Engineering, Composites, or a related field is preferred.
Job Location: Gardena, CA
Rate: $35-$40/Hr. **DOE**
Per Diem: Possible
Duration: DIRECT POSITION
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 11/04/2026
Attention: Debbie Aubert
Address: P O BOX 2278
City, State: SEAL BEACH, CA 90740
Phone: 714/823-3000
Email: Debbieaubert@thestructurescompany.com
Website: www.thestructurescompany.com
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