Job Description

Job Title: Aerospace Manufacturing Engineer

Locations Available: CA, SC, WA, TX, NM, CO, KS, VA, NC, GA, OK, MO

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:

• Drive efficient, high-quality aircraft production through effective management of configuration control, planning, tooling, sequencing, and build processes

• Support manufacturing and assembly operations while ensuring compliance with customer and regulatory requirements

• Resolve issues related to materials, processes, and tooling across production lines

• Interpret engineering drawings and collaborate closely with Design Engineering, Tooling, Quality, and Production teams

• Optimize manufacturing processes through detailed planning and documentation

• Identify and address production challenges to enhance quality, efficiency, and throughput

• Maintain compliance with HACI standards; update planning documents, BOMs, and tool orders

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field

• 2+ years of aviation or aerospace manufacturing experience

• Strong mechanical background in sheet metal structures and production processes

• Knowledge of aircraft assembly, sequencing, and manufacturing flow

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement practices

• Proficiency in SAP, CAD/CAM, CATIA, and Microsoft Office Suite

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR)

Desired Skills:

• Six Sigma certification

• GD&T training

• A&P (Airframe & Powerplant) license

• Experience with aircraft interiors

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 Tags

Permanent employment, Contract work, Work at office, Relocation,

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