Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description: **Regular and predictable attendance is required**

Responsibilities

We design, build, and fly advanced aircraft and enabling technologies from concept to reality. We are searching for a talented and self-motivated Manufacturing Engineer 2 to help us create the future of flight. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

• Service the development, production and delivery of aerostructure components and assemblies.
• Create and maintain Engineering masters and operations work orders through an electronic ERP System (SAP).
• Main interface with internal or external design engineering services.
• Prevent process bottlenecks and improve processes for the manufacturing engineering activities.
• Follow established company procedures and project execution processes.
• Performs to individual and company objectives and metrics. Incorporates lean manufacturing principles and participates in process improvement initiatives.
• Create part inspection check lists, first article inspections, manufacturing planning documents, inspection sheets, request for change inquiries, purchase orders, inspect drawings, prepare bid packages for the suppliers/vendors, prepare basis of estimates and quotes in support of business proposals, provide support to the production floor with drawing and technical specifications interpretations.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• BS degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology (Mechanical/Manufacturing/Aerospace preferred) from an accredited university.
• 2+ years of experience within composite or metal aerostructure manufacturing and assembly.
• Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint Experience with assembly sequencing, and producibility utilizing CAD software (SolidWorks or Catia5 preferred).
• Experience utilizing ERP/MRP planning systems and bill of material interrogation for process planning.
• Must also understand the financial and scheduling metrics in successfully executing a program.
• Experience with fabrication and assembly of various metals and/ or composites.
• Must be a US Person.
  
  

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with fabrication of avionics harnessing.
• Experience with sUAS and eVTOL.
• Teamwork: Provides and welcomes feedback. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Puts success of team above own interests.
• Interpersonal Skills: Focuses on solving conflict. Maintains confidentiality. Listens to others without interrupting. Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations. Listens and gets clarification. Responds to questions. Demonstrates group presentation skills. Participates in meetings.
• Judgement: Planning/Organizing: Sets goals and objectives. Develops realistic prioritized action plans.
• Professionalism: Maintains composure and Professionalism under pressure. Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
• Dependability: Keeps commitments, completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively. Presents numerical data effectively.
• Have the ability to work from the design for a product and develop processes for production, standards, and quality control.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and wear proper PPE.
• Ability to transport objects up to 35 pounds as well as consistently stoop, crawl, bend, crouch, climb and kneel.
• Day shift.
• Work onsite in Manassas, VA.
  
  

Scope of Open Role

• Duration: 4 mo. , possible ext
• # of Openings: 2
• Target Start Date: asap
• Would this person need to be onsite, remote, or hybrid?: Onsite
• Are you okay with out-of-state candidates: Yes, must relo at own expense
• Work Location Address: Manassas, VA
• Work Schedule/Shift Expectations: Flexible, 1st shift
• Full time/Part time: Full time
• Expected OT: No
• Does this position require a U.S. Person for purposes of Export Compliance: Yes
• Will the contractor be expected to travel? If yes, how often?: No
• Are there any physical requirements/demands?: Lift 35 lb, work in Manufacturing environment
• Clearance? If yes, what type and do they need this prior to starting: No
• Safety Sensitive? (DOD, EFO, FAA, FMCSA, NASA, Not Required): No
• Will contractor need to be setup to access Boeing VPN?: No
  
  

Project/Skills

• Describe the project they will be working on: Skiron-X
• Does the statement of work have any limitations on physical attributes? (Heavy lifting, long hours on feet, confined spaces, harnesses that have certain weight limits, etc.): No
• Software skills required: CAD software
• Any certifications required: No
• Are there any companies that hire for the same type of skill set that you are looking for?: Any DOD contractors, Lockheed Martin, Leidos. Any sUAS or UAS company
  
  

The Structures Company is a national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract to hire, and direct hire placement opportunities. Our clients rely on us to support their engineering, IT, Production, Maintenance & Repair, and support staff. Our niche recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths and is why we are a top provider of talented professionals to the majority of our clients. They will help you identify the opportunity that best fits your interests while also providing industry-leading customer service.

We support the majority of aerospace OEM's and tier 1 suppliers across the United States.

The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer (or AA/ EOE)