JOB TITLE: Manufacturing Engineer 3
LOCATION: North Charleston, SC
PAY RATE: $66.50/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
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Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)
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Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
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Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
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Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
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Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
Qualifying Questions:
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Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?
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Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
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Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
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Develop and implement production and tooling methodologies
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Participate in Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to integrate cross-functional solutions
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Create and implement conceptual designs while maintaining program architecture
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Lead and execute manufacturing plans
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Conduct producibility and variation analyses to ensure process capability meets requirements
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Provide producibility input for project planning and document best practices
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Evaluate design/build concepts for manufacturability
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Resolve complex technical issues impacting cost, performance, or schedule
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Apply advanced engineering principles, technologies, and concepts
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Ensure production readiness for complex solutions
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Implement and drive lean manufacturing principles
Requirements:
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Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or related field (ABET accredited preferred)
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5+ years of relevant engineering experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
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5+ years of experience with parts, materials, and process specifications related to production testing, electrical subsystems, aircraft interiors, or aircraft systems
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Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).
Preferred Qualifications:
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5+ years of experience in production planning, including ownership of value stream build plans
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Experience with aircraft systems (e.g., 787), production testing, electrical installations, or interiors
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Ability to adapt in a fast-paced, diverse, and demanding work environment
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 leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.
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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