Associate Manufacturing Engineer - Aerospace

Location: Palmdale, CA
Schedule/Shift: Monday-Thursday, 5:00 AM-3:30 PM (4O10 schedule; first shift)
Pay: $31-$33 per hour

The Associate Manufacturing Engineer supports aerospace manufacturing operations through engineering process development, production planning, and continuous improvement initiatives. This entry-level role focuses primarily on computer-based engineering work, including reviewing designs, developing manufacturing procedures, and resolving production-related technical issues. The engineer will collaborate with engineering, production, and management teams to improve manufacturability, productivity, and cost efficiency. Recent graduates and candidates with relevant engineering internship experience are encouraged to apply.

• Review engineering designs and recommend efficient manufacturing methods.
• Participate in tooling design reviews to improve assembly processes and reduce manufacturing costs.
• Develop, document, and maintain manufacturing sequences and production procedures.
• Investigate nonconforming products and recommend corrective actions.
• Support manufacturing engineering activities involving electrical, hydraulic, fuel, fluid, and propulsion systems.
• Identify opportunities to improve manufacturability, productivity, and affordability.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and management teams to resolve technical issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and manufacturing process optimization.
• Review technical documentation and communicate engineering recommendations to relevant stakeholders.

• 0-2 years of relevant engineering experience; recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with engineering teams and leadership.
• Proficiency with computers and technical documentation.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Ability to work onsite in Palmdale, CA, during the required first-shift schedule.

• Aerospace manufacturing or composites experience.
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience with CATIA or similar CAD and model-based engineering tools.
• Familiarity with Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) methodologies.
• Relevant aerospace engineering internship experience.

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We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees, which includes:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision & Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k)
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Discounts & Rewards
• Payroll Payment Options

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